What is a Polycule?
When we begin our journey into polyamory, there is an awful lot to learn. And that includes a whole new vocabulary. And one of the words I had not heard before beginning this journey was "polycule".
So, let's take a moment to talk about polycules, what they are, and what it means to be part of one.
Will Having Sex With a Friend Ruin Your Friendship?
Everyone knows you can’t have sex with a friend without ruining that friendship. Right? If you have sexual feelings towards a friend, it can only mean one of two things: either your feelings for them are stronger than you're admitting, or what you’re actually feeling is sexual attraction, not friendship.
But, in fact, science shows that 74% of people who do find their friendships only grow stronger.
Let’s Talk About Platonic Romance
I’ve long been a proponent of platonic romance. The only reason people find it strange is because of a lack of understanding and education about relationships and the puritanical idea that romance and sex must be reserved for a single person.
So, let’s talk about platonic romance.
How Do I Ask Out My Friend’s Girlfriend?
While it’s not a deal-breaker in polyamory, can you suppose ask out your friend's girlfriend when that friend is right there?
Polyamory Week 2022 - We are all polyamorous
And today, for our last post, I wanted to talk about one of the most universal lessons I've taken on board: the fact we are all polyamorous.
Polyamory Week 2022 - The friends I met along the way
I’ve often asked, “What is the main benefit of polyamory?”
Well, it’s not what I was expecting when I began my journey, but I wouldn’t give up my new friends for the world.
5 Benefits Of Polyamory (That You Didn’t Expect)
Whatever led you to polyamory, I believe you are going to find that the most rewarding and satisfying things you will find are not what you were expecting.
And so here are 5 things I have gained from polyamory that I never saw coming.