
Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships
468 - "I want to fix our desire mismatch, but my partner doesn't."- Listener Q&A
Apr 5, 2024
This podcast discusses addressing desire mismatch in long-term relationships, evolving intimacy post-childbirth, balancing household responsibilities with relationship dynamics, and embracing changes in romantic connections.
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- Addressing desire mismatch in long-term relationships involves reimagining shared experiences beyond practicality.
- Grieving past expectations in relationships can pave the way for creating a new, authentic connection.
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Navigating Desire Mismatch in a Long-Term Polyamorous Relationship
In a nearly 20-year polyamorous relationship, the question of dealing with desire mismatch with a long-term nesting partner arises. While both partners have maintained other romantic connections, the nesting relationship feels practical and devoid of romance. One partner expresses a desire to improve the sexual and romantic connection, while the other seems content with the current state. Seeking ways to address this mismatch ethically and potentially revive the old connection becomes a central focus.
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