Category: Swinger Guides
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Communicating Needs in Open Relationships: The Key to Successful Swinging and Throuples
The dynamics of open relationships can often start off in a complex manner. Whether it’s swinging, throuples, or any form of consensual non-monogamy, there’s far more involved than simply setting boundaries. You and your partners will need to work towards mastering the art of communication on multiple levels and across various topics. As open relationships…
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Autumn Romance: Evolving from Casual to Committed in Throuples and Open Relationships
Summer’s hot days are coming to an end. And now it is time for those golden hues of Fall to set in. The transition from a carefree summer goes fast as days begin to shorten, weather cools, and some of those summer vibrant colors fade away. Seasona shifts can prove the perfect opportunity to evolve…
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A Swingers Guide to ‘Sliding into DMs’ – Social Media Connections Explained
The digital age has made us more connected than ever before. This increased connectivity has contributed to the growing popularity of various open relationship styles, most notably, the swinging lifestyle. As a result, many people are now meeting through social media platforms—not just within dedicated communities like our Group Fun swingers community, but also on…
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When Swingers Ghost: Understanding and Navigating the Silent Exit
We’ve all heard the modern dating buzzword, “ghosting.” Some of us have even had the displeasure of experiencing it firsthand. Many might assume that ghosting is rare within the swinger lifestyle, but nothing could be further from the truth. Ghosting persists, regardless of whether the relationship is platonic, romantic, or purely physical. In a community…
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How Social Media is Empowering Open Relationships
In today’s hyper-connected world, the influence of social media is undeniable. It has revolutionised many aspects of our lives, including how we approach dating and relationships. While platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok offer exciting new ways to connect, they also bring about unique challenges and complexities to modern relationships. Let’s delve into how social…
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Is Micro-Cheating a Thing in Open Relationships? Navigating Emotional Exclusivity
The world of open relationships is often misinterpreted, with one of the most common misconceptions being that an open relationship or swinger lifestyle grants a free pass to cheat. Nothing could be further from the truth. While the concept of exclusivity might be more nuanced in such arrangements, it certainly doesn’t mean that the open…
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Hollywood’s Open Secrets: Celebrities in Non-Monogamous Relationships
The world of swinging and open relationships is growing in popularity, with one driving factor being celebrities who are either openly in these non-monogamy structures or allegedly are. Let’s be honest, celebrity culture drives a lot of influence, particularly in the Western world. Numerous celebrities are notable for their modern dating endeavours. Here are a…
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The Future of Open Relationships: Top 5 Trends to Watch in Dating
As modern dating and what we fondly call “group fun” around here continue to evolve, some dating structures once deemed “unconventional” are becoming increasingly mainstream. Such open-mindedness is truly refreshing to witness. A variety of new trends are emerging across the dating landscape. Let’s delve into the key trends that are redefining the modern dating…
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Balancing Independence and Togetherness in Open Relationships
In an open relationship or swinger lifestyle, finding balance in the relationship can be the most challenging aspect. Partners who have freedom to explore intimate connections outside of their primary relationship need to maintain a strong bond with their primary relationship through it all. Striking this balance can lead to a more fulfilling and resilient…
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Open Relationships: Embracing Diversity and Cultural Differences
Today, the world is more interconnected than ever. Because of this, relationships tend to intersect with a diversity of cultures. Open relationships and the swinger lifestyle, which is built on consensual non-monogamy, are a unique challenge when experienced across different cultures. Understanding how cultural differences influence open relationships and swingers is crucial for building a…