Managing trauma and polyamory

Managing abandonment trauma while opening your relationship—navigating polyamory when you fear losing your partner's interest and connection.

Episode 18: Monster of a Metamour

Your partner won't listen to your concerns about their other partner. How do you handle it without pushing them away? Listen to Episode 18.

Should I date a couple?

Want to date a couple? Learn how to navigate triads, ask the right questions, and protect yourself from unfair dynamics.

Don’t you get jealous?

Does polyamory mean no jealousy? Learn what actually hurts more and why jealousy doesn't have to end your open relationship.

Episode 17: Delaying The Inevitable

You've agreed to open the relationship but hesitate to make the first move. Does it matter who dates first, or delay the inevitable?

Can I be replaced?

Feeling threatened in a poly relationship? Learn how to work through the fear of being replaced, even when you know it's not logical.

Episode 16: Just Deal With It

Your partner moved away and told you they're sleeping with other people—without asking if you were okay with it. How do you handle that?

Can you compromise on polyamory?

You agreed to swinging to make your husband happy, but you're miserable every time. Can you find middle ground on something this fundamental?

Episode 15: Fancying An Artist

You're attracted to someone and want to pursue it, but your partner isn't interested in opening up the relationship. How do you handle this?

How to find a unicorn

Looking for a third partner? Learn how to signal you're open to it and whether you're seeking polyamory or something else.