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Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is a disclosure policy? What are the three major characteristics of a disclosure policy? How are disclosure policies relevant to relationships? Are DA/DT arrangements the same as cheating? Is it ethical to withhold information from a partner? Who might a DA/DT arrangement be good for? Want to ask a question for an upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is Poly Fidelity (PolyFi)? How is PolyFi different from most other kinds of non-monogamy? In what situations does PolyFi most often occur? What are the pros and cons of being PolyFi? What was the Kerista Village Commune, and how did they practice PolyFi? What are some best practices for practicing PolyFi as a polycule new to non-monogamy? Want to ask a question for an upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is swinging? How does swinging differ from other styles of non-monogamy? What is the history of swinging in the USA? What is the demographic makeup of swingers? How do swingers tend to navigate romantic or emotional connections? What was the overall cultural impact of the swinger movement? Want to ask a question for an upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is Relationship Anarchy? What is the Relationship Anarchy Manifesto? What are some of the core tenants that make RA unique? What is an "intentional relationship"? What is the Relationship Smorgasbord? Find the original https://theanarchistlibrary.org/library/andie-nordgren-the-short-instructional-manifesto-for-relationship-anarchy (RA Manifesto) here. Find a high-res copy of the https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VYYOSASZCouDdpZRjUF1BJX8p5DM5GlV/view?usp=sharing (RA Smorgasbord) here. Want to ask a question for an upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is Solo Poly? How is Solo Poly different from other styles of non-monogamy? Can you be Solo Poly while married, cohabitating, or sharing finances with others? Are Solo Poly people more selfish than others? How can I go about being Solo Poly while also considering the needs of others and reaching compromises with my partners? Want to ask a question for an upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is Poly Hierarchy? What are "Primary" and "Secondary" partners? How does the poly community view partner hierarchies? What are some common pitfalls within Poly Hierarchy? What are some situations in which hierarchy would be appropriate? How do hierarchies work for people who practice Solo Poly? Want to ask a question for an upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this Q&A Episode, we answer the following questions from listeners like you! Are poly people "better" or more evolved than monogamous people? How does a monogamous person cope with having a poly girlfriend? My primary is extremely opposed to my other partner being around our son. Is this unreasonable? I am uncomfortable with my partner being private about their other relationships, what do I do? Want to ask a question for an upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is empathy? What is compersion? Is it possible to be poly without feeling compersion? Is it possible to foster a sense of compersion? What are ways to feel more secure in my relationships? Want to ask a question for our upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is jealousy? Is jealousy normal? Is jealousy viewed differently than other emotions? Do polyamorous people experience jealousy? Are there any ways to mitigate or change jealous behavior? Check out the books https://www.amazon.com/Feeling-Good-New-Mood-Therapy-ebook/dp/B009UW5X4C/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=feeling+good&qid=1639521047&sr=8-1 (Feeling Good) and https://www.amazon.com/Feeling-Great-Revolutionary-Treatment-Depression/dp/B08RF28K48/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=feeling+great&qid=1639521133&sr=8-1 (Feeling Great) by Dr. David Burns, if you're interested in changing unhelpful patterns of thought via Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Want to ask a question for our upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is a metamour? What different kinds of metamour connections are there? What's the difference between a meta and a partner? Can two people be metas and partners at the same time? Want to ask a question for our upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is a polycule? What is a metamour? What is a hinge? What are the basic shapes that a polycule might form? What's the difference between a Vee, Triad, and Quad? Want to ask a question for our upcoming Q&A episode? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Polyamory 101 is in session! In this episode, we explore the following questions: What is ethical non-monogamy? What is polyamory? What is swinging? What is polygamy? How are polyamory, swinging, and polygamy unique? Want to get a question on the show? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly

Poly 101 is in session! This podcast is for people who want to learn about polyamory. Whether you are new to the lifestyle, or if you have a friend or family member who is non-monogamous, or if you're just curious and would like to learn more, thank you for joining us! This podcast will take a very beginners oriented approach, with short episodes intended to act as a "crash course" on polyamory, equiping you with the basics on concepts and vocabulary. In this introductory episode, Jay introduces himself and explains the objective of the podcast, and sets the following ground rules: There is no one right way to practice ethical non-monogamy. Whatever two or more consenting adults choose to do together is perfectly ethical, by definition! Jay is not an expert. The advice and best practices that he offers are from his own personal experience, and are not meant to be prescriptive Polyamory is not superior to any other lifestyle, including monogamy. If you identify as monogamous, you are welcome here! Thank you for joining us! Want to get a question on the show? Go to bit.ly/learnpoly Want to join us on Facebook? Go to facebook.com/learnpoly