What Is A Polyamorous Relationship

Published: 2021-04-03
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Author: Editorial
Published in: Relationships

People who travel often for work, have long-distance marriages, and don't want to cheat on their partner should accept polyamorous relationships.

What is a polyamorous relationship and how does it work?

Polyamorous relationships are rare since they defy conventional social, cultural, and religious relationship structures.

Since all partners are expected to be fully truthful about their other relationships, the idea of "cheating" does not occur in polyamorous relationships.

The individuals involved actually decide whether or not they are in a polyamorous relationship. It might work for others, but it requires openness and transparency.

Since polyamorous relationships do not adhere to the mainstream social model of a relationship, outsiders are often perplexed by the logistics of polyamorous relationships.

Everyone involved in a polyamorous relationship must be transparent and frank about what they want and need from the union in order for it to succeed.

Although polyamorous relationships have different boundaries than monogamous relationships, they still exist – whether by deciding who can enter into a relationship or restricting how much time can be spent with each other.

What is the concept of a polyamorous relationship?

A polyamorous relationship is a form of non-monogamous relationship that involves more than two individuals, as opposed to other forms of relationships.

What Is Polyamory and How Does It Work?

"Polyamory is the nonpossessive, honest, responsible, and ethical theory and practice of loving several people at the same time," according to the Polyamory Society.

"Rather than following social expectations that prescribe loving only one individual at a time, polyamory stresses the deliberate choice of how many partners one wants to be associated with."

Polyamory is described as having several open intimate or romantic relationships at the same time.

People who are polyamorous may be heterosexual, homosexual, gay, or bisexual, and polyamorous relationships can involve people with different sexual orientations.

Polyamorous Relationship Types

Polyamory, unlike monogamous relationships, which are by definition exclusive to one partner, can take several forms and evolve over time depending on the individuals involved.

Although several polyamorous relationships are defined by a couple openly and mutually consensual pursuing individual or joint relationships out beyond their primary partnership, others practice polyamory by having several single, separate relationships, or even relationships involving three or more people.

Triad

A triad is a three-person relationship, also known as a "throuple." All three people, however, are not expected to date each other. At the same time, one person could be dating two people.

Quad

Quad is a four-person partnership, as the name implies. When two polyamorous couples meet and begin dating one of the other couple's members, this form of polyamorous relationship is normal.

All four members of a full quad are romantically or sexually involved with one another.

Polycule

This word refers to a romantically related group of people. You and your primary partner, your primary partner's secondary partner, your primary partner's secondary partner's primary partner, and so on are all possible candidates.

Solo Polyamory

Individuals in solo polyamorous partnerships do not wish to combine their personalities or life infrastructures with their partners.

For example, they do not want to marry or share a home or finances with either of their partners.

Polyamory at the Kitchen Table

This term refers to a network of people who are acquainted with one another, just like a family.

The term comes from the fact that people in this sort of polyamorous relationship eat at the same table.

Parallel Polyamory 

Both partners are aware of each other's other partner but have no interaction with them in parallel polyamory.

Vee

A vee partnership is made up of three people and is named after the letter "V," with one person serving as the "hinge" or "pivot" partner who dates two other people. The other two people are not romantically or sexually attracted to one another.

To each other, these two are referred to as "metamours" (metamours are two people who are dating the same person but are not actively dating each other).

Metamours in a vee relationship could be strangers, casual acquaintances, or close friends. In certain cases, metamours may also live together, with or without their mate.

Again, this is by no means an exhaustive list. Every person in a polyamorous relationship will structure their relationship differently, and some elements of these polyamorous structures will resonate with them while others will not.

This list is only meant to give you a general idea of how polyamorous relationships shape and grow.

All of these partnership systems can be performed in a positive or unhealthy manner; it is up to the participants to ensure that the various aspects of polyamory are conducted ethically.

Comparing Relationship

In any relationship, whether monogamous or consensually non-monogamous, there is the possibility that someone's feelings will be hurt, jealousy will exist, and arguments and disagreements will occur.

As a consequence, it's important for anyone in a relationship to think about their partners' desires, their boundaries, and their aspirations for the relationship.

Within relationships, it's also important to understand your own desires, boundaries, and goals, as well as learn to communicate these things safely and considerately.

Learning about the polyamorous culture, ethical and unethical relationships, and healthy communication strategies will all aid you in navigating happy and healthy relationships with your partners.