Polyamory

The Ugly Truth About Open Relationships: Not Cheating

    In this episode, John and Jackie from OpenLove101 dive into the misconceptions surrounding open relationships, particularly the frequent assumption that they equate to cheating. They discuss societal norms, the judgment they face, and the unique strengths of their 12.5-yearpartnership.   Sharing personal anecdotes and insights, they challenge stereotypes, promote understanding, and advocate for …

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Celebrating 10 Years of OpenLove101: Reflections, Growth, and Gratitude

    John and Jackie commemorate a decade of Open Love 101, reflecting on their journey in the world of consensual non-monogamy advocacy. They share memorable moments, challenges, and triumphs while emphasizing the growth of their community and its impact on relationships worldwide.   From their early days blogging to becoming prominent voices in their …

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I Loved Them Both: My Journey from Culturally Programmed Monogamy to Expansive Polyamory

I was always a sucker for romance. I still am, but it used to be a rather unhealthy fixation. When I was a blossoming preteen (please note, I’m using the word “blossoming” with a scalding degree of sarcasm—I was the definition of awkward), I bought into every cultural trope about meeting The One and finding …

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I Loved Them Both: My Journey From Culturally Programmed Monogamy to Expansive Polyamory Part II

[Note: If you haven’t read Part I of this article, go back and check that out first. Otherwise, this shiz won’t make any sense. Smooches!] A year and a half into my relationship with Mr. Band Leader, I started realizing he was a pretty crappy boyfriend. He was constantly trying to prove to the rest …

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