Rethinking Community Terminology For over four decades, those practicing consensual non-monogamy have struggled to find terminology that accurately reflects the essence of their community. This article presents the case for adopting “Poly Social” as a more precise and inclusive term to describe this diverse and evolving culture. Limitations of Historical Terminology The evolution of terminology—from … Read more
Mind’s Eye: Fantasy and Reality Rarely Intersect That said, all the variables in human character and personality are the reasons why the aforementioned is true. The odds are already stacked against you, but this is the reason this Community exists — to help INCREASE YOUR ODDS! How to increase your odds of finding commonality enough … Read more
“These are our people. I’m the happiest I’ve ever been in my entire life right now.” I remember saying that sentence after our first full swap on the way home from the couple’s house. It was January 2021, COVID was still at its height, mask mandates had not been lifted yet, and in Ohio, we … Read more
Beginning your journey into the ‘Lifestyle’ The very first thing that one should do is be VERY REALISTIC with yourself and any partner(s). One thing you need to understand and keep in mind is… “Wherever there are humans, there are always the same positives and negatives as anywhere else.” Do not expect anything less or … Read more
Understanding Successful Lifestyle Etiquette Open-minded sexuality is an extremely broad term — do not assume that everyone is the same or similar, unless you are only focused in broad terms. Do not be so full of yourself that you dismiss anything as “just common sense.” If common sense were so common, the word “mistake” wouldn’t … Read more