Managing Jealousy in an Open Relationship
An exploration of the common conflict between jealousy and arousal in open dynamics and why specific approaches to dating can impact success.
Topic
Managing difficult emotions
Polyamory isn’t always pretty and it can sometimes bring a lot of emotional turmoil. People struggling with mental health issues may be especially struggling. Here are all the entries around managing your emotions.
Episode 177 - What "Not Serious" Means
It doesn't matter if you don't call your relationship serious. If you act as though it is, your brain will feel like it is anyway.
Don't Ask Don't Tell Ended New Relationship
I ended a promising new polyamorous relationship because my primary partner couldn't handle hearing about them. Here's what happened.
Hiding Another Relationship
When a new partner hides an open relationship and child and pressures you into considering a triad you don't want, it's not a good sign.
Partner Wants Kink Play But Hides From Polyamory
Noticing a contradiction when a monogamous partner wants to touch others at kink events but won't engage with metamours?
Episode 169 - Marriage and Polyamory
There's one throne and one person sitting in it right now—that's you. But here's the thing: you can be replaced. Listen to Episode 169.
Terrified Partner Will Leave After Abusive Relationship
After sexual abuse and betrayal, worried your partner will leave? Discover how to process trauma, rebuild trust, and heal from relationship pain.
Episode 168 - Kitchen Table Drama
When a hinge struggles to communicate, their partners must negotiate like the relationship itself is held hostage. Tune in to Episode 168 of Non-Monogamy Help.
Partner With Low Capacity Keeps Dating New People
How do you know when a partner is truly polysaturated or simply not prioritizing their relationship despite claims of low capacity?
Episode 166 - Exclusivity in Polyamory
Just because you're secondary doesn't mean you should accept being treated like you don't matter. Listen to Episode 166 of Non-Monogamy Help.