3 Ways Non-Monogamy Goes Wrong (And Why It Feels So Unsafe)
About this episode
This episode discusses the challenges and emotional safety concerns couples face when exploring non-monogamy.
Thinking about opening your relationship—but already feeling tension, anxiety, or uncertainty? You’re not alone. For many couples, conversations about non-monogamy or open relationships quickly become overwhelming. One partner may feel excited and ready to explore, while the other feels hesitant, worried, or emotionally unsafe. In this episode, I break down why that happens—and how to approach non-monogamy in a way that actually supports your relationship instead of destabilizing it. Because the truth is: 👉 Non-monogamy isn’t the problem. 👉 The issue is how couples navigate it—especially when emotional safety isn’t fully established. 🔑 What You’ll Learn Why non-monogamy often feels unsafe early on (even when both people are open to it) The #1 mistake couples make: moving too fast —in conversations or actions How non-monogamy can quietly become one-sided (and lead to resentment) Why staying surface-level in communication creates more insecurity What it actually takes to build emotional safety in open relationships Why even doing everything “right” won’t make the process perfect—and what to expect instead ❤️ Who This Episode Is For This episode is especially helpful if: You’re…
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