Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships

513 - Our Body and Brain are Not Always on the Same Page: Remastered

Jan 21, 2025

Orit Krug, an award-winning dance/movement therapist, specializes in helping individuals and couples enhance intimacy by processing trauma. In this engaging discussion, Orit explores the emotional and physical impacts of jealousy in non-monogamous relationships. She emphasizes the power of movement therapy for healing and self-discovery, revealing how our bodies store trauma. The conversation also touches on navigating personal boundaries and the intricate connections between childhood experiences and current relationship dynamics, fostering deeper understanding and growth.

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Orit Krug

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The somatic therapy retreat in Crete focuses on healing emotional complexities in non-monogamous relationships, offering a supportive community experience.

Understanding jealousy as a bodily sensation rather than just an emotion allows for deeper emotional processing and connection to underlying grief.

Engaging in relationships can facilitate personal growth and healing, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and acceptance of emotional complexities.

Deep dives

Somatic Therapy Retreat in Greece

A somatic therapy retreat for polyamorous individuals will be held on the island of Crete from March 31 to April 3, 2025. This retreat aims to support those navigating the emotional complexities of non-monogamy, particularly individuals struggling with emotional aspects of specific experiences like jealousy or grief. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with others in similar relational dynamics while engaging in nature and fostering a sense of community. The retreat is application-only, highlighting its intimate setting aimed at creating a supportive environment for healing and growth.

Intro

2min

Emotional Resonance and Bodily Awareness

9min

Healing Through Movement: Dance Therapy Insights

27min

Uncovering Emotional Connections: The Interplay of Memory and Relationships

2min

Empowering Health and Personal Style

6min

Navigating Boundaries and Jealousy in Relationships

28min

Embracing Polyamory in Paradise

5min

We're bringing back a special conversation between Dedeker and Orit Krug! Orit is an award-winning Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist. Orit helps individuals & couples expand their capacity for self-love and intimacy in relationships by processing past trauma stored in the body. Orit is polyamorous, partnered, and a parent to a toddler.

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Multiamory was created by Dedeker Winston, Jase Lindgren, and Emily Matlack.
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