Elisabeth Sheff's Blog, page 8

Polyamorous During the Pandemic

Advantages and disadvantages of being in a polyamorous relationship often depend on living together or not.

Monogamous by Orientation

The fourth in a series in defense of monogamy, this blog explains how some people are monogamous by orientation and could never be truly comfortable in a CNM relationship.

When Consensual Non-Monogamy Won't Work for Monogamous Folks

Why consensual non-monogamy may not be viable for some people.

When Consensual Non-monogamy Won't Work for Monogamous Folks

If they don't want to do CNM, don't like to share, or are monogamous by orientation then CNM could be completely unworkable for some people.

When Can Opening a Heteroflexible Monogamous Relationship Work?

Four tips that can help a heteroflexible couple open their previously monogamous relationship.

When Can Opening a Heteroflex Monogamous Relationship Work?

Four tips that can help a heteroflexible couple open their previously monogamous relationship.

Relationship Broken, Add More People?

The first of a series, this blog explores how CNM is catastrophic for ailing monogamous relationships, what to do instead, and the caveat that CNM could help with a sex mismatch.

New Relationship Energy: What It Is & How to Deal With It

New Relationship Energy can happen with anyone freshly infatuated with a new crush. People in CNM relationships must also give long-term partners attention.

What Is New Relationship Energy and How to Deal with It?

New Relationship Energy can happen with anyone who is freshly infatuated with a new crush. People in CNM relationships must also give long-term partners attention.

Long-Distance Polyamorous Relationships

How do people end up in long-distance polyamorous relationships, and how do they sustain them? Find out here!