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Non-Monogamy, Polyamory, and Swinging, Oh My!
Intimacy Expert Stella Harris returns to lead this new workshop designed to help writers understand multi-partner dynamics. From polyamory to swinging, non-monogamous people have their own language. This session will help you better understand relationship structures, terminology, and real-world dynamics so you can better avoid harmful misconceptions or tropes.
Session Date/Time:
Tuesday, March 3rd at 6:00 PM ET
Non-Monogamy, Polyamory, and Swinging, Oh My! with Intimacy Expert Stella Harris
Understand relationship structures, terminology, and real-world dynamics
Polyamory and other forms of ethical non-monogamy are growing in popularity. By some estimates, as many as 25% of Americans have engaged in some form of consensual non-monogamy and even more fantasize about it — as the popularity of these stories shows.
Hierarchy? Unicorn hunting? Fluid bonding? From polyamory to swinging, non-monogamous relationships have their own language. This class will provide an overview of popular forms of non-monogamy and bring you up-to-speed with the terminology they use.
How do people interested in non-monogamy find each other? What does it look like to form a triad and keep it healthy and happy over time? What do interactions with family, friends, and co-workers look like? From small challenges like negotiating family dinners to larger ones, like buying a house or raising a family, multi-person relationships have unique considerations.
What about common myths and assumptions? Are non-monogamous folks afraid of commitment? Are they more vulnerable to health risks such as STIs? We’ll unpack these misconceptions and more, making you better able to avoid harmful tropes.
Registration: $49