Tag: Open relationships

More Couples Are In Open Relationships Because They’re ‘Bored With Each Other’

It seems couples are rearing to get out after so much time in lockdown—of their monogamous relationships. Romantic burnout caused by spending too much time together during the pandemic has caused lovers to seek out more exciting prospects. A sex therapist reported a 45 percent leap in inquiries about discussing the subject with partners in recent months.

She said: “Couples are now keener than ever to spice things up a bit. Many have started to outsource their needs in the shape of open relationships.” While men are usually the ones who suggest more sexual freedom, it is women who want it to continue. “Women are now much more in charge and much more demanding,” which according to the sex therapist, is why we’re seeing more open relationships these days.

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Check out more about couples seeking open relationships because they’re bored with each other: https://nypost.com/2022/04/13/more-couples-enjoying-open-relationships-because-theyre-bored-with-each-other/

Gay Couples In Open Relationships Are Happier and Closer, Study Finds

Image Source: Flickr.com | MasterDesigner 92282778@N06A new study suggests that gay couples who are in an open relationship may form a closer bond than those who are monogamous. The study, which was conducted at the Center for Health, Identity, Behavior and Prevention Studies at New York University, looked at 10 same-sex couples in open relationships to examine their happiness levels and overall satisfaction. And the results showed that gay couples in open relationships appeared to be happier and to have more fulfilling relationships.

“My impression so far is that they don’t seem less satisfied, and it may even be that their communication is better than among monogamous couples because they’ve had to negotiate specific details,” said the lead researcher. According to the study’s participants, communication is key to a happy, healthy relationship. A set of rules and open communication is really what makes an open-relationship successful. Although there’s still a stigma involved with open relationships, these happy gay couples know that their relationship is  healthy and strong: “We’ve run into gay and straight people who have assumed our relationship is ‘lesser than’ because we’re not monogamous. I think that’s offensive and ridiculous,” explained one of the participants. Right on!

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Check out more about the study that shows gay couples in open relationships can actually be closer:https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2016/07/24/gay-couples-in-open-relationships-can-actually-be-closer-study-suggests/

How to Do Polyamory, Successfully

If polyamory seems hard, that’s because it is. Polyamorous couples often have partners in other polyamorous relationships, and those partners have other relationships, and so on. So how do polyamorous couples juggle their time, deal with the inevitable jealousy, and all the other difficult factors that go into dating multiple people? Here’s how to do polyamory, successfully, according to those who know:

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  1. There’s no such thing as TMI
    It’s all about communication. Being transparent is the best way to defuse the jealousy: checking in, tell-alls, daily texts. This is the key to avoiding envy.
  2. Be a planner
    According to one long-term polyamorous couple, Google calendar is a godsend. Since there’s so many people involved, this is an indispensable tool where everyone can log and view plans, dates, and vacations up to a year in advance. “Time is the most valuable resource within a poly relationship.”
  3. Accept your jealousy and grow from it 
    “There’s a growth opportunity in being able to see your partner in love with someone else.” Instead of letting the jealousy overwhelm you, think of it as an opportunity for growth.
  4. Get to know your lovers’ lovers
    This is also key for managing jealousy. “The tendency is to build things up in your head. ‘I haven’t met you, so you must be way cuter, younger, smarter, sexier.’ It helps alleviate a lot of concerns if you get face to face.”
  5. Never force it
    Starting a monogamous relationship with someone you hope will be into polyamory later on is a recipe for disaster.

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Check out more tips on how to do polyamory successfully here: https://www.pdxmonthly.com/articles/2016/4/22/how-to-do-polyamory-successfully