Open Relationships

To Wed Or Not To Wed?

Stephanie Fairyington | Posted 04.15.2012

Read More: Lesbian Relationships, Marriage, Open Relationships, Gay Relationships, Monogamy, Getting Married, Gay Marriage, Gay Voices News

My girlfriend is visiting my shrink with me so we can duke out our premarital differences, which can be boiled down to one, ever-nagging question: why, after three and a half happy years together, do I still cringe at the thought of getting married?

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Communication: Struggles Between Poly Star-Crossed Lovers

Amy Shiner | Posted 04.02.2012

Read More: Domination, Polygamy, Relationship Advice, Relationships, Polyamory, Love and Relationships, Kinky Sex, Open Relationships, Bdsm, Submission, Dominance and Submission, Communication, Gay Voices News

I guess you could say that if two people communicate, share common bonds and emotions they are in a relationship. However, I don't consider my best friend from childhood to be in a poly relationship with me.

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The Gay Male Couple's Guide To Nonmonogamy

Daniel Vaillancourt | Posted 03.21.2012

Read More: Non-Monogamy, Gay Couples Nonmonogamy, Gay Open Relationships, Monogamy, Gay Nonmonogamy, Gay Couples Non-Monogamy, Open Relationships, Gay Couples Monogamy, Gay Couples Open Relationships, Gay Monogamy, Gay Non-Monogamy, Gay Voices News

Despite the perils it presents, nonmonogamy can be a source of great satisfaction. But when it comes to opening up a relationship, two men are best served by clear communication and mutually agreed-upon boundaries.

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Newt Is Allegedly Into Polyamory -- Are You?

The Huffington Post | Margaret Wheeler Johnson | Posted 01.23.2012

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Polyamory isn't a subject that usually emerges in a Republican presidential primary, but that changed thanks to an interview with Newt Gingrich's seco...

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Are There Benefits to Being Poly?

Amy Shiner | Posted 01.09.2012

Read More: Polyandry, Open Relationships, Polygamy, Cohabitation, Polyamory, Poly, Poly Benefits, Polyamorous Relationships, Polyamorous Lifestyle, Poly Lifestyle, Gay Voices News

This week I am highlighting the benefits of being poly. There are benefits, despite all of the ups and downs of the poly lifestyle. The benefits, in my opinion, outweigh the negatives in most cases.

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But If Eric Is with... Then Why Can't I...

Amy Shiner | Posted 01.03.2012

Read More: Polygamy, Monogamous Marriages, Relationships, Open Relationships, Polyamorous, Jealousy, Monogamous Relationships, Polyamory, Polyamorous Relationships, Relationship Communication, Gay Voices News

I have welcomed Eric's recent marriage to Patricia with an open heart. At the same time, Eric has been understanding of my need to live a long distance away and find other partners, despite ongoing arguments.

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All in the Family: Does Everyone in a Poly 'Group' Have to 'Love' Each Other?

Amy Shiner | Posted 12.27.2011

Read More: Open Relationships, Polygamy, Relationship Advice, Polyamory, Polyamorous, Poly Groups, Poly Relationships, Polyamorous Relationships, Gay Voices News

When I begin freaking out, planning my escape route, I try to remember my rule of thumb: I do not need to "love" my partner's partners. I may not even "like" my partner's partners, but I do need to be able to conduct myself civilly with them.

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Polyamory: What Is Legal, Ethical And Comfortable?

Amy Shiner | Posted 11.14.2011

Read More: Open Relationships, Polyamorous Relationships, Polyamory, Love & Sex, Culture News

Because of age differences and the fact that Eric and Patricia had been waiting together, the perception was possibly that they were meeting a younger relation. This is a perception that society is happy to accept.

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The New York Times' Questions Monogamy

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach | Posted 09.04.2011

Read More: Marriage, Open Relationships, Monogamy, Divorce News

The New York Times has now devoted an ocean of ink to an idea that has been unsuccessfully argued by scores of 'experts' since the beginning of time.

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Open Relationships -- Innovative or Manipulative?

Danielle Sinay | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Healthy Relationships, Cheating Relationships, Open Relationships, Cheating, Relationships, Long Distance Relationships, Open Relationship, Healthy Living News

When I "cheated" on my significant other, it did not change my feelings towards him in the slightest bit. So when the whole "strictly monogamous" rule doesn't work, is an open relationship the right answer?

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'Total Energy' Makeover Continues With Relationship Guidance

Ashley Koff | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Relationships, Healthy Relationships, Open Relationships, Relationship Tips, Relationship Advice, Healthy Living News

Regardless of the duration, relationship struggles and surprises -- both good and bad -- can be energy zappers on par with any nutritional deficiency or energy challenging habit.

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Thinking Inside The Box

Eliezer Sobel | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Get-Rich-Quick-Scams, Marriage, Creative Thinking, Couples-Counseling, Polyamory, Fidelity, Alternative Medicine, Heartbreak, Open Relationships, Affairs, Jealousy, Sexuality, Communication, Relationships, Healthy Living News

So many creativity experts constantly push everyone to "think outside the box." But there's something to be said for keeping your thoughts comfortably confined within the walls of whatever box you find yourself in.

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Poly Pride Day in Central Park

Jenny Block | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Adultery, Polyamory, Open Marriage, Jenny Block, Polyamorous NYC, Open Relationships, Cheating, Affairs, Book on Polyamory, Marriage, Healthy Living News

When I was asked to write a book about the fact that I was in an open marriage, I was thrilled. And then, I was terrified. I never set out to be a spokesperson or poster child for polyamory.

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Why Animals And Governors Struggle With Monogamy

Huffington Post | Posted 11.17.2011

That question of whether monogamy is natural or not has been kicked around probably since it was decided that monogamy should be natural. Now with Sp...

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What About Love? Open Marriage Can Be About Sex And Love

Jenny Block | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Poly, Open Relationships, Opening Up, Polyamorous, Polyamory, Sex, Open Marriage, The Case for Open Relationships, Healthy Living News

If a couple sets the rules of an open relationship, follows them, and is honest about whether or not those rules are working for them, they can have a reasonable expectation of success.

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Portrait Of An Open Marriage, Take Two: Yes, I Have A Husband And A Girlfriend

Jenny Block | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Non-Monogamy, Marriage, Poly, Wife, Monogamy, Relationships, Polyamory, Open Marriage, Sex, Open Relationships, Girlfriend, Husband, Opening Up, Polyamorous, Love, Healthy Living News

I met Jemma at an art gallery. She had told me she was straight. But after about six months of spending time together, we went away on a weekend trip. It was on that trip that she asked me to kiss her...

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Less Monogamy, More Fun

Suzanne Portnoy | Posted 11.17.2011

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What I have in common with prostitutes is this: I use my body to give men pleasure. And I do it because men give me pleasure in return. I make my own fantasies happen.

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Open Relationships: What The World Needs Now?

Tango | Dan Eldridge | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Open Marriage, Monogamy, Sandro Kopp, Open Relationships, Tilda Swinton, Healthy Living News

Alternative relationships can often be difficult to maintain. It's the same reason gay men and women sometimes stay in the closet their entire lives: ...

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Revenge Cheating, Artificial Sweeteners And Depression

Dr. Belisa Vranich | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Revenge Cheating, Open Marriage, Open Relationships, The Balanced Life, David Patterson Revenge Cheating, Artificial Sweeteners and Depression, Healthy Living News

Dear Dr. Belisa, I'm puzzled by this media frenzy about Patterson and his wife cheating on each other simultaneously. Simultaneously? Come on now, is...

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Too Young To Be Monogamous?

Christine Hassler | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Cheating Relationships, Infidelity, Open Relationships, Cheating, Monogamy, The Balanced Life, Fidelity, Relationship Advice, Healthy Living News

Dear Christine, I'm 25 years old and in a serious relationship. We've been together two years and are exclusive, but I'm starting to wonder if I'm ma...

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The Business Of An Open Relationship

Tango | Dan Eldridge | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Open Marriage, Monogamy, Open Relationships, Marriage Monogamy, Monogamous Marriages, Healthy Living News

Carrie and I made the decision to spend the rest of our lives together. But because we've decided to do so without getting legally married (see Marria...

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How To Keep Two Lovers

The Guardian (UK) | Linda Blair | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Open Relationships, Monogamy, Tilda Swinton, Open Marriages, Tilda Swinton Bafta, Tilda Swinton Lover, Healthy Living News

Just imagine it. A younger lover to fulfil all your physical desires and another, more mature and settled partner to share your domestic bliss, even t...

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Marriage, Minus The Monogamy

tangomag.com | Dan Eldridge | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Marriage Monogamy, Open Relationships, Monogamous Marriages, Monogamy, Open Marriage, Healthy Living News

Our hero gets engaged to the girl of his dreams, a friend of a friend who just so happens to hate the concept of marriage, and who prefers the conveni...

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"You Are Responsible For Your Own Orgasm"

tangomag.com | Jenny Block | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Women's Sexuality, Open Relationships, Open Marriage, Healthy Living News

I WAS 17 WHEN my sexual education began. "You are responsible for your own orgasm," my boyfriend told me. He was the guy I lost my virginity to, the ...

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