Question about polyamory

[foreverl0st]

So, I know I like poly, and that works for me.
But I had a question.
Is there a type of poly relationship (similar to a vee relationship) where one person dates three other people, but is closer with one than the other two?
Would that logistically work?
I'm mostly asking because I'm genuinely confused on this point, and Google has been unhelpful.

 

[ref2018]

Is there a type of poly relationship (similar to a vee relationship) where one person dates three other people, but is closer with one than the other two?
Would that logistically work?

Sure, you can do that. You can do anything you want, as long what you want is compatible with what the people you do it with want.

 

[Magdlyn]

I know I like poly, and that works for me, but I have a question. Is there a type of poly relationship (similar to a vee relationship) where one person dates three other people, but is closer with one than the other two? Would that logistically work?

Yes. Say you're actually living with one partner. The second partner lives pretty nearby and you see them once a week, twice a month, whatever. The third partner could also be seen that often, or maybe they are long distance and you only see them a few times a year, or less. We call that type a "comet."

 

[Bobbi]

Is there a type of poly relationship (similar to a vee relationship) where one person dates three other people, but is closer with one than the other two? Would that logistically work?

I have had as many as 4 partners at once. Each relationship stands on its own and develops at their own rates. You may become closer to some than others. If you are looking for representation other than a V, you can have a Y or X or even * where you are in the middle with each relationship as a leg. Most people don't use those in conversation, though.

I'm currently in 3 long-term relationships, and each of them is very different in terms of feelings, commitment, agreements and expectations.

 

[kdt26417]

Hello foreverl0st,

Yes, you can have a relationship where one person dates three other people, but is closer with one than the other two. All you need for that to work is mutual consent by all four people in the composite relationship. Of course communication is always important too.

Regards,
Kevin T.