Introduction to Polyamory
Description: Understand the dynamics of polyamorous relationships, including communication, managing jealousy, and creating a harmonious relationship structure. Topics include setting boundaries, navigating complex emotions, and maintaining healthy relationships with multiple partners.
Course Outline:
- Understanding Polyamory:
- Definition and core principles of polyamory
- Differentiating polyamory from other forms of non-monogamy (e.g., open relationships, swinging)
- Common myths and misconceptions about polyamory
- Benefits and Challenges:
- Exploring the potential benefits of polyamorous relationships
- Identifying common challenges and how to address them
- Understanding the impact of polyamory on personal growth and relationship satisfaction
- Communication Skills:
- Techniques for effective communication in polyamorous relationships
- The importance of transparency and honesty
- Strategies for discussing needs, desires, and boundaries
- Setting Boundaries and Agreements:
- Understanding the role of boundaries in polyamory
- Techniques for setting and negotiating boundaries with multiple partners
- Creating and revising relationship agreements
- Managing Jealousy and Insecurity:
- Understanding the root causes of jealousy and insecurity
- Techniques for managing and overcoming these emotions
- Building self-confidence and fostering trust
- Time Management and Scheduling:
- Strategies for balancing time and attention among multiple partners
- Techniques for creating and maintaining a schedule
- Prioritizing self-care while managing multiple relationships
- Navigating Complex Emotions:
- Understanding and addressing complex emotions in polyamory
- Techniques for emotional processing and self-reflection
- Supporting partners through emotional challenges
- Building a Supportive Network:
- The importance of community and support in polyamory
- Finding and engaging with polyamorous communities
- Building a network of supportive friends and allies
- Sexual Health and Safety:
- Understanding the importance of sexual health in polyamory
- Techniques for practicing safe sex with multiple partners
- Communicating openly about sexual health and boundaries
- Legal and Social Considerations:
- Understanding the legal implications of polyamorous relationships
- Navigating societal attitudes and potential stigma
- Advocating for polyamory in social and professional contexts
- Children and Family Dynamics:
- Navigating polyamory in families with children
- Techniques for discussing polyamory with children
- Managing relationships with extended family and friends
- Conflict Resolution:
- Techniques for resolving conflicts constructively
- Understanding the role of mediation and compromise
- Building resilience and maintaining harmony in polyamorous relationships
- Long-Term Relationship Maintenance:
- Strategies for maintaining long-term polyamorous relationships
- Techniques for fostering ongoing connection and intimacy
- Adapting to changes and challenges over time
- Exploring Different Polyamorous Structures:
- Understanding various polyamorous relationship structures (e.g., triads, quads, solo polyamory)
- Exploring which structures may work best for you and your partners
- Adapting relationship structures to fit individual needs and preferences
- Practical Exercises and Scenarios:
- Guided exercises to practice communication and boundary-setting
- Role-playing scenarios to build confidence and skill
- Partner exercises to enhance mutual understanding and connection
Price: € 27.00
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