Posted: October 6, 2022
Ask Open-Ended Questions The next step in knowing your partner is to ask questions that deepen your understanding of them. “Did you call the plumber today?” is not a question that tells you much about your partner’s internal world. Try asking, “If you had all...
Posted: October 6, 2022
Behavior Exchange This exercise will help partners deepen their understanding of what each would like from the other in order to turn towards each other more specifically and build their emotional bank account. Instructions Each partner will grab a notepad and something to write with....
Posted: October 6, 2022
State of the Union Date The State of the Union is a time to reflect on the relationship and share both things that are working well and things that need to be addressed. What I see with the couples I work with is that things...
Posted: October 4, 2022
How to Determine Compatibility with Someone New When you're looking for a new friend, it's crucial to be able to determine compatibility . The same goes for friends with benefits and new long-term partners when you're part of the non-monogamous community . You don't want...
Posted: September 27, 2022
Identifying Character Strengths for Better Well-Being Self-improvement is a popular endeavor amongst people of all backgrounds, whether focusing on character strengths, personal achievement, or any other personal milestones we may set. Those of us who are polyamorous, ethically non-monogamous, swingers, or otherwise alternatively inclined are...
Posted: July 5, 2022
Of the 24 universal character traits recognized by Positive Psychology, Gratitude is one of the top five that are positively correlated with better overall well-being . It can be hard to find things to be grateful these days, especially my XX bodied, LGBT+, polyamorous, and...