Let's say you have discovered or are thinking about exploring polyamory, a type of relationship style that involves multiple people. You are creating boundaries, but now it’s time to figure out how involved you want to be with your metamour(s), which is a process is...
How to Balance Emotional Labor in Relationships
Emotional labor is a big topic. Rose Hackman wrote an entire book about it: Emotional Labor: The Invisible Work Shaping Our Lives and How to Claim Our Power recently, blowing open a resonance from folks internationally. Sometimes called “mental load,” the term...
What is Kitchen Table Polyamory?
When it comes to creating a polyamorous relationship structure there is no right or wrong way to create what works for you. Read on to learn more about a type of polyamorous metamour arrangement called kitchen table polyamory (KTP). What is Kitchen Table...
Why is Feedback Important for Enhancing Intimacy?
Have you ever had the thought, "my partner should know what I like/need/want?" Being able to give and request feedback can be a great way to ensure everyone is on the same page and fulfilled in the relationship. In fact, studies show that communication and effective...
“Men are Visual Creatures” — Is that True?
Let's tackle a myth that’s been floating around since the Dark Ages: the idea that men are more drawn to visual stimuli than women. You know, the notion that men's eyes pop out of their heads cartoonishly at the mere sight of a shapely figure or sliver of skin, while...
New Relationship Energy: What is it and How to Manage
Remember that ecstatic time in the beginning of a new relationship? Well, for those in monogamous relationships, one usually experiences this once with each consecutive partner. In this blog, let's explore new relationship energy (NRE) in polyamorous relationships and...
What is Sexting? How to Make it Fun & Safe
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjdeMYir9wg In today's digital age, with the the increased usage of cell phones and social media, technology has transformed various aspects of our lives, including the way we communicate and express our desires. Sexting, or the...
How Sexual Shame Fuels Compulsive Sexual Behaviors
Shame can be the primary drive and stressor in sexual compulsion. Shame can turn into a cyclical pattern, and people who experience shaming messaging around their sexual behaviors, desires, and interests may feel overwhelmed from this shame, causing the individual to...
Hypersexuality vs Hyposexuality: How to Navigate Both States
Hypersexuality & hyposexuality imply that one’s sexual desire and/or sexual activity are uncommonly high or low. The cause for these concerns can be biological, stemming from medical conditions, medication use, hormonal imbalances, or psychological factors such as...