Today, we're discussing mono-normativity, metamour relationships, and polysaturation as we answer some questions posed by our listeners. Visit multiamory. We're bringing back a special conversation between Dedeker and Orit Krug! Orit is polyamorous, partnered, and a parent to a toddler. Today we're going back to some polyamory basics and talking about opening up previously monogamous relationships.
We'll be talking about some helpful things to consider before opening up your relationship, what to do during the critical period where things are shifting, and how to maintain your partnership s after the initial opening up. Happy New Year! We're starting back up again this year talking about negativity bias, how it affects our media landscape, and in turn, how it affects our wellbeing and relationships as well.
We'll go over some research about how consuming negative or fearful news can bleed over into your relationships, and share some ways to combat the effects so you can stay informed but also have happier partnerships. Today we're talking about the green-eyed monster We've talked a lot about jealousy in the past, but this time we're focusing on envy, which is often conflated with jealousy.
Sometimes we feel inadequate or resentful in our relationships, but it doesn't quite feel like jealousy. You might be dealing with envy! For today's episode we're going to talk about the difference between envy and jealousy in non-traditional relationships, why you might be feeling envious, and as always, and as always, we'll discuss some practical tools for transforming envy into personal growth and stronger connections.
Today we're welcoming back writer, director, actor, and producer Frank Arthur Smith to talk about non-monogamy in queer media. The show can be seen worldwide at opentoitseries. Find Frank on TikTok and Instagram frank. Today we're discussing conflict spirals, or what happens when you're arguing with a partner and it's no longer productive, you're exhausted, and you just want things to be over with. We're talking about how to stop that spiraling conflict, soothe yourself, and get back to a place where you can co-regulate with your partner instead of getting trapped in the same spiral again and again.
