This post is the culmination of months of reflection on personal boundaries — why they matter and how chaotic life can become without them. Writing always helps me find clarity, and while this writing has been deeply personal, I hope it helps you reflect on your own boundaries, too. We often fear setting boundaries with…
One of my friends recently shared an Instagram story about secure love, and it instantly brought back memories of a book I read few years ago titled “Secure Love” by Julie Menanno. Let me tell you, that book was a game-changer for me. It really opened my eyes, especially in understanding my own attachment style….
Dating can be an exciting experience for anyone, but for those of us who practise ethical non-monogamy (I use the terms ethical non-monogamy and polyamory interchangeably in this article without ignoring the subtle differences between the two), it can feel like a completely different ballgame! I’ve been drawn to more than one person since I…
Let’s be honest: the pressure to make big romantic gestures in our relationships can be overwhelming. We frequently question whether our daily interactions are meaningful enough to maintain our connection, especially when we see others sharing extravagant moments from their lives on social media. But what if true fulfilment in a relationship does not necessitate…
Monogamy never made sense to me, even from a young age. While I discovered the vocabulary to express my feelings about love and relationships much later in life, it always felt natural to love more than one person, both romantically and platonically. Thinking beyond monogamy has opened up a world of new possibilities for me,…
What if everything you’ve been taught about love and relationships isn’t the only way? “The Ethical Slut: A Practical Guide to Polyamory, Open Relationships, and Other Freedoms in Sex and Love” by Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy boldly asks this question and so much more. For me, discovering this book was a pivotal moment in…
Jealousy is a common human emotion, but many people in ethically non-monogamous relationships feel that they should not feel jealous at all. I have heard some of my poly friends mentioning how they even feel guilty for being jealous when their partner is out with someone else or in similar situations. Yes, I guess, it…
Have you ever noticed how often we catch ourselves saying things like, “Just jerk it off, man…,” or something similar? It’s always struck me as a little off-putting, you know? Isn’t it interesting that so many of us regard sex as merely a means to satisfy our physical and sexual desires? And please, don’t get…
Are you sick and weary of relationships that drain you, make you feel bad, unsupported, and unfulfilled? If so, it’s time to start a journey of conscious relationships and end the cycle of RelationshiTs. Mutual respect, trust, and open communication are the cornerstones of healthy relationships, in which partners collaborate to create a caring and…