People Who Are Poly Or Non-Monogamous, What Do You Wish People Would Understand About Your Relationship?
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Navigating love or companionship when your preferences are not a carbon copy of a Disney princess movie can make for some roadblocks and challenges.
Based on what I see in popular media, people who participate in non-traditional relationships can be portrayed in a negative light or are tossed into a pile in the corner with a sign that reads “OTHER.”
I'm talking about folks interested in polyamory, non-monogamy, kink, swinging, and other alternative sexual experiences and relationships.
It's your turn to chime in, get real about your dating life, and share your experiences.
Maybe you and your partner decided to invite another person into the relationship. How did the experience change your relationship for better or for worse?
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Or maybe monogamy is not for you; instead, you find pleasure in having sex with multiple people with no strings attached and want to erase the shame surrounding this carefree practice.
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Maybe you are a member of an exclusive kink community, and the experience has taught you a new understanding of your body, your sexuality, and how you experience others.
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Or maybe you have multiple partners, and you've been in a polyamorous relationship for years and want to dispel the stigma surrounding this lifestyle.
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Let's get real and open the doors to different lifestyles that are often ignored or given a bad reputation out of fear and ignorance. Feel free to use this Google Form if you'd like to remain anonymous.
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