Do you really know? How can I avoid falling victim to roaching?
Jan 16, 2025
Navigating the tricky waters of modern dating can be challenging, especially when you encounter roaching. Discover why this term, likened to cockroaches, captures the secretive nature of dating multiple people simultaneously. Uncover the deceptive behaviors that often accompany roaching and gain valuable communication strategies to promote honesty in relationships. This deep dive sheds light on the importance of transparency as you build romantic connections.
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Roaching Definition
- Roaching, a term coined by AskMen, describes concealing other romantic interests while starting a new relationship.
- It's like cockroaches: you see one, but many more are hidden.
Polyamory as a Veneer
- Some use polyamory as a justification for roaching, masking their behavior as progressive or open-minded.
- This hurts those involved and misrepresents polyamory's principles.
Avoid Roaching
- Communicate openly and honestly about relationship expectations early on.
- Initiate the "define the relationship" (DTR) talk to establish ground rules.