Opening to Non-Monogamy
Increasingly, non-monogamy is entering popular culture as an alternative to monogamous romantic partnerships.
But since most of us have only read the script for monogamy, entering the world of CNM (consensual non-monogamy) involves a full re-write.
Knowing where to start can feel overwhelming.
The classic tomes of non-monogamy (The Ethical Slut, Opening Up, More Than Two) offer invaluable guidance, but navigating your own exploration of non-monogamy is highly individual and often circuitous.
You may be in a monogamous relationship and you’re considering being “monogamish”. You may be trying to navigate a mono-poly relationship and struggling. Or you may be someone who feels that loving more than one person in these ways is who you are and you want some help to step into this identity.
“Engaging in self-refection, processing your feelings with other people, and being willing to deal with conflict are necessary skills to create alternative to monogamy.”
— Tristan Taormino, Opening Up
As someone who has lived non-monogamously for over 12 years, I know first-hand that while alternatives to monogamy can be extremely rewarding, this path also takes a lot of work and presents many challenges along the way.
I can help you navigate the different styles of non-monogamy and create your own personal map. We will get a sense of where challenges are liable to come up for you and how to help prepare you for them. We will fine-tune your communication skills. And, of course, we will peel away the layers of the jealousy onion that many people face vis-a-vis non-monogamy.
You can do this work as an individual or as a couple.
Please book a consultation call with me and we can get a sense of what length of program is best suited to your needs.