Advanced Polyamory and Relationship Anarchy
Deep dive into advanced concepts like relationship anarchy, solo-polyamory, and long-term sustainability.
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Welcome to Advanced Polyamory and Relationship Anarchy
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Prerequisites
- •introduction to ethical non monogamy
- •managing multiple relationships
- •advanced communication
What You'll Learn
- Understand relationship anarchy beyond rules
- Explore solo-polyamory and independence in connection
- Navigate non-monogamy with children
- Consider financial and legal aspects
- Sustain non-monogamy over decades
- Handle breakups in polyamorous contexts
Recommended Resources
Relationship Anarchy
by Andie Nordgren
The original manifesto on relationship anarchy.
The Polyamorists Next Door
by Elisabeth Sheff
Research on long-term polyamorous families.
Open
by Rachel Krantz
A journalist's exploration of non-monogamy.
Solo Poly
Resources for solo-polyamorous people.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is relationship anarchy just avoiding commitment?
No. RA is about choosing commitments freely rather than accepting default obligations. Many relationship anarchists are deeply committed to multiple people. The difference is commitments are chosen based on the actual connection, not prescribed by relationship category or social expectation.
Can non-monogamous parents maintain multiple relationships while parenting?
Yes, but it requires excellent time management and prioritization. Children's needs come first, which often means fewer or less time-intensive relationships. Many non-monogamous parents successfully model healthy relationship skills for their children. Planning and communication are key.
How do you deal with being broken up with but still seeing your ex at community events?
Time helps—intense awkwardness fades. Take the high road in public, be civil but not overly friendly if that's all you can manage, and rely on your own support system. You don't have to be friends with exes, and you don't have to attend every event. Choose what serves your healing and wellbeing.