I Could Never... I'm Glad You Asked!
Oct 2, 2025
Dive into a lively discussion on navigating friendships in non-monogamy, including how to handle a cheating friend's judgment. The hosts tackle living with a partner's partner, offering practical tips and emotional support. They also explore the complexities of wanting closure from an ex while juggling boundaries. Book recommendations underscore the importance of understanding ethical non-monogamy, and the value of open communication in relationships is highlighted throughout.
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Handle It Like Roommates First
- Treat living with a partner and their partner like moving in with roommates and set clear household systems first.
- Agree on cleaning, chores, bathroom use, and regular roommate check-ins to cut petty resentments off at the pass.
Talk About Sex, Sound, And Boundaries
- Talk explicitly about sex, emotional check-ins, sound travel and boundaries because proximity levels up the metamour relationship.
- Be proactive about newly intertwined elements like sexual safety and how public PDA feels to everyone.
Don't Mediate Their Hatred For You
- If one partner hates your other partner, first map your role and limit involvement in their conflict.
- Hold boundaries like refusing to shit-talk and refuse to be pulled into disputes that aren't yours to resolve.
