“Omg loooved that talk thanks a lot,” was an IG message I just received!
People seemed really interested in this topic in particular. I guess there are a lot of you out there in this dynamic or playing around with it.
Fernanda, a relationship coach and the host of the Polycurious podcast, is in a mono-poly relationship of her own.
See the recording + read the summary below.
P.S.
Here’s the podcast episode btw (mentioned in the video where Fernanda interviews her partner Seth) and the post about it.
Topic
Monthly community hour on mono-poly relationships (one partner monogamous, one non-monogamous)
Key Takeaways
Monopoly relationships can work but require patience, clear communication, and incremental progress
Don't Ask, Don't Tell policies can be helpful but should be negotiated and flexible
Compatibility of personalities (e.g. introvert/extrovert) can make monopoly relationships easier
It's crucial for both partners to feel their needs are being met, even if agreements differ
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