Tag: Trust & Intimacy
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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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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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Key Red Flags to Watch For in Swinger Partners
Joining the swinger world, especially here in the UK where the lifestyle is flourishing, can be an exhilarating journey brimming with new experiences and connections. However, as with any type of relationship, it is essential to approach it with a degree of caution. Recognising potential red flags in swinger partners can help ensure that your…
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Maintaining Emotional Intimacy in a Swinger Relationship
Navigating the world of the swinger lifestyle can be a liberating experience for many couples, offering the thrill of new connections and the freedom to explore beyond traditional, mainstream values. However, amidst the adventures and excitement, maintaining emotional intimacy between primary partners can sometimes get lost in the mix. In a swinger relationship, intimacy needs…
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Starting Fresh: Exploring the Swinging Lifestyle Post-Divorce
The swinger lifestyle is frequently sought by couples attempting to salvage a faltering relationship. However, what occurs when the relationship, colloquially referred to as being “on the rocks,” ultimately fails and becomes irreparable? Divorce rates globally, and specifically within the UK, are exceedingly high. Often, even the best efforts prove insufficient or arrive too late.…
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5 Unexpected Benefits of Exploring the Swinger Lifestyle Together
We’ve entered a new world where dating is evolving into a more modern experience. No longer are couples chained to traditional plays that, while may work for many, don’t work for all. The swinger lifestyle is an often misunderstood modern dating experience that’s typically misrepresented in mainstream media. Instead, consenting adults who dabble, or dive…
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Navigating Trust in Swinger Relationships: Five Essential Tips
Without question, trust is the centerpiece and cornerstone of a swinger relationship. Swinger relationships clearly have unique dynamics that challenge couples who desire a less restricted relationship. And although many swingers initially feel as though they are above and beyond trust issues, they almost always find out they aren’t. That’s because jealousy is a normal,…
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Solo Polyamory: Embracing Autonomy in Relationships
For some, the mere mention of “solo polyamory” arises notions of “perpetually single.” However, that’s far from the case. In fact, solo polyamory isn’t as much an avoidance of commitment as it is respect for individual autonomy. Many other people may be reading about solo polyamory for the first time. But this doesn’t mean you…
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Compersion: Embracing Joy in Your Partner’s Happiness
Compersion is an unfamiliar term. So unfamiliar that my browser’s spell check doesn’t believe it’s even a word. When you learn what compersion means, you’ll understand why that’s ironic. We’ll examine the concept of compersion and how it aligns with numerous polyamorous and open relationship values. What is Compersion? While my on-board spell checker may not agree,…
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Taking the Leap: How to Transition from Monogamy to an Open Relationship
If you’re reading our open relationship dating blog, there’s a good chance you’re one of many people exploring the idea of abandoning monogamy. Your embracing discomfort while preparing to face your fears. Today, we’ll discuss what you can expect while transitioning from monogamy to non-monogamy. Charles LaceCharles Lace is a distinguished UK-based writer, born in…
