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    My advice for those new to polyamorous relationships

    16 years, but the last 14 it's just been us. Those experiences shut the door and we've only just started talking again about polyamory.
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    My Experience with the Dark Side

    Hello Kevin T, Thank you for your kind words and understanding. It’s been a long road, and while the pain of the past still lingers, I try to use it as a lesson rather than a weight. You're right—NRE can be intoxicating, but it can also lead to some hard lessons if not handled with care. I...
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    My advice for those new to polyamorous relationships

    Hello Kevin T., I appreciate your kind words. You're absolutely right—polyamory isn’t something to dive into without thought. It requires patience, communication, and a willingness to learn from both successes and mistakes. If my experiences can help others navigate the challenges a little more...
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    Guilty about trips

    It sounds like Tyler is struggling with feelings of exclusivity and control over "firsts" in your relationship. While it's understandable that he wants to share significant experiences with you, his reaction seems to place emotional weight on something that isn't always within your control...
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    My advice for those new to polyamorous relationships

    If you’re just starting out in polyamory, you’re likely feeling a rush of excitement, curiosity, and maybe even the belief that you’ve found the perfect person to share this journey with. It’s thrilling. It feels like freedom. It feels like love. And that’s exactly why you need to slow down...
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    My Experience with the Dark Side

    Oh, believe me—where angels fear to tread is not a place anyone should go. I've been there, lived it, and learned the hard way. NRE is a powerful force, and I’ve seen firsthand how it blinds people, convincing them that a stranger is their soulmate, that this time is different, that nothing...
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    My Experience with the Dark Side

    One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that building something strong matters far more than jumping in headfirst. After everything I’ve been through, I’ve come to understand that real, lasting connections aren’t about chasing an idea or rushing into something just because it feels good in...
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    My Experience with the Dark Side

    Looking back on my past relationships, one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is how dangerous New Relationship Energy (NRE) can be when unchecked. It’s that intoxicating rush of excitement, the feeling of possibility, the belief that this time, it’s different. But the reality is, no amount of...
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    My Experience with the Dark Side

    Polyamory can be beautiful, but it also has a dark side—one that my partner and I have lived through firsthand. These experiences have shaped how we approach relationships today, and most of all, they've taught us not to rush into things blindly. I don’t align with labels, and I don’t use...
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    NEW MEMBERS, READ THIS OR YOUR PROFILE MIGHT BE DELETED AS SPAM

    Completely understandable. Just to reassure you, I'm neither a bot nor a spammer. I'm just reaching out.
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    Is this NRE or do I need to do better processing?

    It sounds like you're feeling a bit left out sexually, which is normal when navigating polyamory, especially with NRE (New Relationship Energy) in play. It’s common for someone to feel this way when a new partner is involved, as the excitement can sometimes overshadow the established connection...
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    New to non-monogamy

    It sounds like you and your wife are exploring something new together, and it’s great that you have a strong foundation of love and trust in your relationship. It’s completely natural to have mixed emotions as you step into this new chapter, so be sure to communicate openly with each other about...
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