#open blog.

A multimedia blog project centering non-monogamy, polyamory, and non-traditional relationships.

  • What’s New: Filter By Distance, Swipe With Intention, & More!

    What’s New: Filter By Distance, Swipe With Intention, & More!

    You asked, we listened! In this update, we’re excited to introduce the much-requested Distance feature.


  • Balancing Motherhood and Career Here At #open #MothersDay

    Balancing Motherhood and Career Here At #open #MothersDay

    I always knew motherhood was something I wanted for myself. My entire life before kids, I found ways to engage with children: snuggling my best friend’s brand new baby brother, babysitting jobs, teaching preschool dance classes, working in an afterschool program through college; the role of nurturer fit and I really enjoyed it. But even with…


  • How to Navigate The Ups and Downs of New Relationship Energy in Ethical Non-Monogamy

    How to Navigate The Ups and Downs of New Relationship Energy in Ethical Non-Monogamy

    Don’t get swept up in the high of new romance! Let’s talk about new relationship energy in ethical non-monogamy.


  • How To Introduce Your Pre-Existing Partner(s) to a New Dating Partner (as a Polyamorous Person)

    How To Introduce Your Pre-Existing Partner(s) to a New Dating Partner (as a Polyamorous Person)

    Be open to hearing from either of them that they aren’t ready, and to hold space for conversations around their potential doubts, fears, and insecurities.


  • 7 Astonishing Ways That Conflict Helps You Grow In Non-Monogamy

    7 Astonishing Ways That Conflict Helps You Grow In Non-Monogamy

    Honoring when a relationship dynamic needs to change is a huge opportunity for growth which ensures that our relationships are aligned with what is best for our own personal wellbeing, as well as those in our polycule.


  • 5 Polyamory Mistakes You Don’t Need To Make 

    5 Polyamory Mistakes You Don’t Need To Make 

    In learning from others’ experiences, you can avoid common pitfalls and make some polyamory mistakes of your very own.


  • Maybe The Death Of The Nuclear Family Is Good For Us

    Maybe The Death Of The Nuclear Family Is Good For Us

    How the non-nuclear family can support everyone to live their best lives.


  • How To Set Healthy Boundaries Instead of Controlling Your Partner In Polyamory!

    How To Set Healthy Boundaries Instead of Controlling Your Partner In Polyamory!

    Because boundaries are a gift, not vehicles for infringing on someone’s personal freedom.


  • Struggling To Practice Compersion With Metamour(s) This Valentine’s Day? Here’s 7 Ways To Master It.

    Struggling To Practice Compersion With Metamour(s) This Valentine’s Day? Here’s 7 Ways To Master It.

    Give your lovers the best gift out there – a healthy appreciation for their other partner(s).


  • 9 New Year’s Resolutions for Ethical Non-Monogamy, Sexploration, & Dating in 2023

    9 New Year’s Resolutions for Ethical Non-Monogamy, Sexploration, & Dating in 2023

    Some advice for improving your non-monogamous experience in the year to come and beyond.