Sudden relationship escalation

You believed in polyamory in theory, but now your partner wants to pursue it. Are you questioning everything you thought you knew?

Episode 91: Hierarchies and Ethics

Sometimes making a rule causes the exact problem it's designed to prevent. Explore hierarchies and ethics in non-monogamous relationships.

Being a middleman

You're the bridge between your partner and his other partner. Now she's developed feelings for you too. Navigating this feels complicated.

Episode 90: Breakup News

Discover why mentioning your breakup isn't an expectation of support. Listen to Episode 90 of Non-Monogamy Help for insights on navigating this situation.

Unclear communication

You're struggling to communicate what you're actually feeling, so your partner has no idea why you've pulled away—and now you're the bad guy.

Episode 89: Mismatched Drives

Sometimes a rule meant to prevent a problem creates the exact issue it's designed to stop. Explore mismatched desires in open relationships.

Privacy boundaries

Your partner won't enforce privacy boundaries with his wife. When does his refusal to protect your relationship become a dealbreaker?

Episode 88: One Rule to Rule Them All

Sometimes making a rule causes the exact problem it's designed to prevent. Explore this paradox on Non-Monogamy Help Episode 88.

Trouble accepting polyamory

Married 25 years, your husband started an online relationship. You love him but struggle with polyamory you didn't choose.

Episode 87: Showering Rules

When having strict rules makes you feel controlled, coming to a compromise with a partner who wants a specific thing can seem impossible.