Adventures in Non-Monogamy

February 19, 2025 • 00:31:13
Adventures in Non-Monogamy
Imperfectly Honest
Adventures in Non-Monogamy

Feb 19 2025 | 00:31:13

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Show Notes

Elizabeth and her friend John have formed a meaningful and healthy, non-platonic relationship, but they are skeptical about their potential to be long-term life partners. They have decided to engage in a non-monogamous dating arrangement to allow them to look for a long-term life partner while enjoying their time together. Sheila joins Elizabeth for a candid conversation about the pluses and minuses of an “intimate friendship.”

In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Introduction

(06:41) Embracing non-exclusive relationships

(09:02) OCD in relationships

(14:20) Navigating post-divorce relationships

(15:10) Relationship doubts and uncertainty

(20:46) Dogs and dating

(22:41) Embracing uncertainty through illness

(24:37) Navigating early relationship dynamics

(24:45) Wrap-up and conclusion

Links mentioned:

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