Partner Won't Let Me Date Others After Trying Polyamory
After trying polyamory for a year, this couple faces a fundamental incompatibility: one partner needs non-monogamy while the other needs monogamy.
Topic
Switching, closing and abuse
These entries are for those trying to figure out the right time to break up, regretting opening or wanting to close the relationship and also for those who may be in dangerous situations.
Episode 164 - Too Much Labour
Stop carrying the entire mental load of your relationship while your partner coasts on your effort.
Closing Because of Jealousy
After opening their relationship, this couple struggles with jealousy and comparison when one starts dating.
Episode 163 - People Pleasing in Polyamory
Are you people pleasing to the point where you think you've over corrected but really, you're under-correcting?
Forbidding an Ex
Forbidding your partner from dating an ex when starting out in polyamory may feel like a good idea, but it's not doing what you think it is.
Pausing Other Relationships
When a dyad decides to "pause" another relationship outside of the dyad, it causes significant issues.
Trapped in a Thruple
It's always wise to maintain a sense of independence even when moving in with others.
Pretend Affair
Is it ethical non-monogamy to have an affair that you know is fake but the third party doesn't?
Regretting Polyamory
When your nervous system is going nuts, should you put a hold on polyamory.
Taking a Break in Polyamory
If you're struggling with polyamory, is taking a break to focus on monogamy a good idea?