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Exploring alternative lifestyles means taking unique approaches to dating and relationships. Our experts understand the nuances of polyamory, kink, and non-traditional paths, offering trusted perspectives.
Exploring alternative lifestyles means taking unique approaches to dating and relationships. Our experts understand the nuances of polyamory, kink, and non-traditional paths, offering trusted perspectives.
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Using Ashley Madison? Stay safe and discreet with a secure account, a profile that doesn't overshare, privacy tools, careful vetting and a public meetup. Read More »
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When and how to tell a date you're non-monogamous, whether in your profile, over text or on... Read More »
When and how to tell a date you're non-monogamous, whether in your profile, over text or on the first date, with natural openers and scripts... Read More »
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Set boundaries early in poly or open dating: sexual health, communication, emotions, privacy and money, plus red... Read More »
Set boundaries early in poly or open dating: sexual health, communication, emotions, privacy and money, plus red flags and boundaries versus rules. Read More »
Pure, a casual and kinky app launched in 2013 and downloaded over 11.5 million times, reviewed: how it works, pricing, safety features and user feedback. Read More »
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A roundup of adult sites and apps for hookups and kink, led by AdultFriendFinder and its 104 million-plus profiles, with pros and cons for each. Read More »
Eight discreet sites to try instead of Ashley Madison, from the best overall pick to gay and lesbian options like Grindr and affair sites like... Read More »
Ashley Madison tops our 11 picks for discreet affair apps, each with pros and cons, for anyone unhappy in a relationship and weighing their options. Read More »
Our 13 picks for discreet married dating, led by NaughtyCharm (4.2/5) and including Victoria Milan, Gleeden and Hush Affair, plus answers on safety. Read More »
What relationship anarchy is, why it's trending now, and the real benefits and downsides of rethinking traditional relationship structures, in plain terms. Read More »
Nonmono founder László Ágoston clears up myths about ethical non-monogamy, shares his own experience, and offers advice for people new to ENM. Read More »
Robyn Trask leads Loving More Non-Profit, now in its 29th year of polyamory news, events, support and activism, showing people they have a choice. Read More »
A relationship coach and sex therapist defines ethical non-monogamy, explains how open relationships tend to work and compares them with polyamory. Read More »
A poly-friendly label on a dating profile can mean curious, accepting or actively non-monogamous. Get the key terms and what the label doesn't mean. Read More »
Want to try an open relationship? Our sex and relationships therapist explains how to raise polyamory with your partner, set boundaries and give it time. Read More »
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How to write a poly-friendly dating profile, step by step: pick the right platform, be clear about your relationship structure and say what you want. Read More »
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Safer sex talks can feel complex when you're poly. Set boundaries, ask yourself and partners the right questions, discuss STI testing and keep talking. Read More »
Solo polyamory means no primary partner. See what it looks like day to day, its benefits and challenges, and myths like it being just casual... Read More »
What primary and secondary partners mean in polyamory, how hierarchical and non-hierarchical setups compare, and four common poly misconceptions. Read More »
