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A comprehensive guide to intimacy through greater self-awareness—for those who want more loving, passionate, and liberating monogamous relationships Intimate relationship has long been viewed and lived as a lesser alternative to spiritual life. More recently, the need to integrate our...

One spouse, two-point-four kids, a golden retriever and a white picket fence. That's the goal, right? For some people that sounds perfect. For others, the monogamous 'default' feels restrictive and uncomfortable, and a more flexible approach allows them to flourish. In this honest, open guide...

After infidelity, relationships can become strained as both partners lose trust and faith in each other. Author Tammy Nelson helps couples regain trust, romance, and intimacy after infidelity by redefining the monogamy contract. The new monogamy contract is an explicit relationship agreement created after the affair that allows each partner to safely share their desires, expectations, and limitations. After an affair, it's impossible to go back to the way the relationship was before, but this book offers the chance for a new beginning.

An intelligent and comprehensive guide to polyamory, open relationships, and other forms of alternative love, The Smart Girl's Guide to Polyamory offers relationship advice radically different from anything you'll find on the magazine rack. This practical guidebook will help women break free of the mold of traditional monogamy, without the constraints of jealousy, possessiveness, insecurity, and competition. If you're curious about exploring group sex, opening up your current monogamous relationship, or ready to "come out" as polyamorous, this book covers it all.

A marriage memoir from the bestselling author of French Children Don't Throw Food On the eve of her fiftieth birthday, Pamela Druckerman is stuck. She moved to Paris in her thirties, married a dashing fellow journalist and became a celebrated author. Now her husband churns out a book a year, her...

The Psychology of Consensual Non-Monogamy explores the emotional, cognitive, and relational dynamics behind relationships that exist outside traditional monogamy. Drawing from psychology, sociology, and real-world experiences, this book examines why some individuals are drawn to consensual...

The Gay Monogamy Coach podcast is hosted by the life coach, CBT practitioner, workshop facilitator and author Alan Cox.He supports gay men in understanding the emotional, psychological, and practical aspects of transitioning from casual dating to a committed, monogamous relationship, while fostering clarity, confidence, and alignment with authentic relationship goals.Each episode will investigate an area that surrounds monogamy and is reinforced by practical life coaching techniques.Alan can be contacted via:gaymonogamycoach@gmail.comWebsite:www.lifecoachingempoweringgaymen.com

***** 'A sexy, messy, necessary look at polyamory' -Advocate 'All the makings of a juicy beach read-romance - sex, deception, and twists - except it's an account of a real-life open relationship.' -VOGUE Rachel Krantz is a 27-year-old journalist living in Brooklyn when she meets Adam, who is...

Master ethical non-monogamy and transform relationship anxiety into deep trust with this practical, sex-positive guide. Whether you are newly curious about opening up or struggling with painful insecurity, you need clear, actionable advice. This calm, empathetic roadmap meets you exactly where...

The No-Bullshit Guide to Ethical Non-Monogamy is a practical, candid compass for navigating love beyond the traditional rulebook. Whether you’re exploring, already practicing, or suddenly thrown into the conversation, this audiobook gives you clear tools to move forward with honesty, clarity, and compassion.

Adam had spent most of his life pursuing adventure—climbing some of the world’s steepest mountains, snowboarding dangerous backcountry terrain, and BASE jumping off of cliffs. Jane was a sex educator with a PhD in psychology, a female sexuality empowerment activist—and a self-described slut, who rejected monogamy and the societal norms of what a sexually well-behaved woman should be. No stranger to extreme living and taking risks, Adam thought he could handle whatever his relationship with Jane threw at him.

Hi! We’re your hosts Emma and Fin! We’re a married couple in our late thirties and we’ve been exploring non-monogamy in different ways since nearly the beginning of our relationship more than twenty years ago. But, this podcast isn’t about us… We strongly believe there isn’t a “right way” to be non-monogamous or even that non-monogamy is better or more evolved than monogamy or any other relationship style. Every week we interview people from across the spectrums of gender, sexuality, and relationship style to learn from their incredible and powerful personal stories. Each ...

Navigate the complex transition to ethical non-monogamy while building unbreakable trust and profound emotional safety. Whether seeking authentic connection in a long-term partnership or exploring modern dating, this grounded audio guide provides total clarity. It tackles the raw emotional heat...

An award-winning journalist chronicles her first open relationship with “breathtaking honesty” (Los Angeles Times) in this “sexy, messy, necessary look at polyamory” (The Advocate). FINALIST FOR THE LAMBDA LITERARY AWARD ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: PopSugar, Them When...

Meet Roger and Janet, your guides through the tantalizing world of the lifestyle. Join us as we delve into the intimate stories, candid conversations, and exhilarating experiences that define our journey beyond the boundaries of monogamy.

The Mindful Modern Mistress uses a story from a social media post about a husband who is gone 77% of the time to illustrate the importance of love as an action, rather than an object. The writer argues that the husband's constant absence in the relationship is unethical, as he is not fulfilling his vows to his wife, while expecting her to meet his needs. The piece also highlights the societal bias against women who stray from monogamy, as well as the often-unacknowledged conditions of relationships, suggesting that love requires both parties' active participation to thrive.

Welcome to the wild, honest, and hilarious world of Beyond Monogamy—a podcast where longtime lifestyle couple Adam & Pris spill the tea (and sometimes the lube) on all things ethical non-monogamy. From hotwife adventures and swinger fails to polyamorous growing pains and everything in between, no topic is too taboo and no story is off-limits. Whether you're a seasoned swinger, lifestyle-curious, or just here for the juicy stories—you're in the right bed… we mean, place. Expect real talk, lots of laughs, and candid conversations about sex, relationships, parenting, judgment, and finding ...

Welcome to the wild, honest, and hilarious world of Beyond Monogamy—a podcast where longtime lifestyle couple Adam & Pris spill the tea (and sometimes the lube) on all things ethical non-monogamy. From hotwife adventures and swinger fails to polyamorous growing pains and everything in between, no topic is too taboo and no story is off-limits. Whether you're a seasoned swinger, lifestyle-curious, or just here for the juicy stories—you're in the right bed… we mean, place. Expect real talk, lots of laughs, and candid conversations about sex, relationships, parenting, judgment, and finding ...

Beyond Monogamy, hosted by Crystal Welch, delves deep into the hidden realms of consensual non-monogamy and cuckolding. Uncover the secrets, stories, and strategies that make consensual non-monogamy a source of joy and growth for so many couples. Crystal Welch has been living in a cuckold marriage for over a decade, a journey that has deeply informed her advocacy and expertise.

Relationships are rapidly changing in the 21st Century. Various forms of consensual non monogamy are becoming more and more mainstream. Here are some of the reasons you may want to consider including Cuckoldry, polyamory, swinging and more. Understanding the dynamics, the roles we play, the benefits and the challenges. You will laugh, learn some things and perhaps even expand your thinking!