Understanding and managing jealousy is crucial in the success of open relationships. Jealousy can stem from various factors such as childhood experiences and past relationships. Examining the root of jealousy and having open communication with your partner is essential to avoid failure. Additionally, attachment style plays a significant role in the dynamics of open relationships. Anxiously attached individuals may struggle with the idea of their partner being intimate with others due to triggering past wounds related to abandonment and rejection.
Today, we're diving into the psychology behind open relationships in our 20s - why people are attracted to the idea of non-monogamy, how they operate, the boundaries that are set, how to navigate sexual jealousy and whether they actually work? Open relationships have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional monogamy, but they are not a new concept. Why are some people more curious when it comes to open relationships? Do some people need more sex than others? Whats the point of being in a committed relationship if you're allowed to date other people? We set out to answer all of these questions in todays episode to further understand the psychology behind open relationships. Listen now.
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