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5 Ways Amatonormativity Sets Harmful Relationship Norms For Us All
Aromantic people know that society’s norms for romantic relationships don’t apply to everyone. But these norms affect all of us, whether we’re romantic or not, and here’s how they’re hurting us.
Read More4 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Endometriosis – And How You Can Help
Do you know why some people are feeling left out of period positivity and contraception talk? Endometriosis is one big reason – it’s terrifyingly common, and here’s what you need to know about it.
Read More6 Things You Need to Know About Invisible Illnesses
“You don’t look sick.” Do you know what it’s like to live with an invisible illness? Many people don’t, so they end up saying hurtful things. Here’s some of what you may have never realized about chronic illnesses.
Read MoreUnrequited Love for a Friend? Here Are 6 Ways to Deal
There’s no getting around it – unrequited love sucks. If being unhappily in love with one of your friends is familiar to you, these ideas can help you cope.
Read MoreDiary of a Polyamorous Black Girl – How I Learned That Polyamory Is a Privilege
Is polyamory a relationship option that’s unavailable to most black people? Here’s how this author has faced stigma as both a polyamorous person and a black woman.
Read More5 Dangerous Mistakes I Made When I Started Practicing Polyamory
These are super common – even among people who “get” polyamory in theory. If you’re new to polyamory, this can help you avoid some hurtful mistakes.
Read MorePolyamorous Dating: 5 Tips For Dealing With Jealousy
“But don’t you get jealous?” This is often one of the first questions about polyamory, and it’s true that jealousy can be tricky to navigate. If you’re polyamorous, these helpful tips can give you the tools you need.
Read More15 Comments Polyamorous People Are Tired of Getting
These responses to non-monogamy are super common – even from people who don’t mean to be judgmental. Do any of them cover your response to polyamory?
Read More4 Myths That Hurt Polysexual Men and the Women They Date
“Bisexual men are really just gay.” When a man who isn’t straight is dating a woman, myths like this one stigmatize both of them. Make sure you’re not adding to the stigma by falling for any of these misconceptions.
Read More8 Things to Consider in Polyamorous Dating Before Committing to Another Partner
If you’re non-monogamous, in a relationship, and considering entering a new relationship, you might not find much info on how to navigate your situation. Try asking yourself these questions.
Read More7 Affirmations for Polyamorous People Who Are Struggling with Self-Judgment
Have you internalized society’s judgments against polyamory and other forms of non-monogamy? It can be really painful. But every polyamorous person deserves to get these uplifting affirmations.
Read More3 Ways Polyamorous People Are Excluded in Queer Communities – And Why It’s Wrong
Queer communities are so important – but they can also be oppressive, and this article breaks down how excluding non-monogamous people means conforming to a harmful status quo instead of challenging it.
Read More5 Myths About Love, Sex, and Relationships That Stop Us From Accepting Polyamory
The more questions this author gets about polyamory, the more she’s realized that society tells us a lot of heteronormative lies about love – and polyamorous folks aren’t the only ones who get mistreated as a result. Here’s the affirming truth.
Read MoreSo You Think You’re Polyamorous: A Guide to Coming Out to Yourself
Figuring out if you’re polyamorous isn’t easy when society conditions us to believe that having multiple partners is abnormal or deviant. But your feelings are valid, and these tips will help you sort them out.
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