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PolyamoryPolyamory is a neologism which denotes the concept of "multiple loves." It has been independently coined by several people; one instance was Jennifer Wesp, who created the Usenet newsgroup alt.polyamory in 1992. However, the term has been reported in occasional use in the 1960s. Polyamory consists in having honest, usually non-possessive relationships with multiple partners. Persons in such relationships define themselves as polyamorous.
Polyamory can include:
- Open relationships, which involves romantic partnerships that are not sexually exclusive
- Polyfidelity, which involves multiple romantic relationships with sexual contact restricted to those
- Sub-relationships, which denote distinguishing between a "primary" relationship or relationships and various "secondary" relationships
- Group relationships or marriage (group marriage), in which all of the involved parties consider themselves equally associated to one another -- popularized to some extent by Robert Heinlein's The Moon is a Harsh Mistress, in which the main character is in such a relationship.
- Relationship webs
Most practitioners of polyamory consider honesty to be an integral part. "Don't ask, don't tell" is usually frowned upon, and many polyamorous people emphasize the value of communications to good relationships.
Unlike polygamy, polyamory does not necessarily involve marriage, although some polyamorous people are married. Unlike the general case of swinging, polyamorous relationships generally involve an emotional bond, though the distinctions made between swinging and polyamory are a topic open to debate and interpretation, and many people in both the swinging and polyamory communities see both practices as part of a continuum of open intimacy and sexuality. Most monogamous people define fidelity as restricting one's sexual involvement to exactly one sexual partner; most polyamorous people define fidelity as not lying to your partners, and keeping the commitments you have made to them.
Quote from Torn Between Two Lovers, sung by Mary MacGregor:
- There's been another man that I've needed and I've loved, but that doesn't mean I love you less, ... Torn between two lovers, feeling like a fool, loving you both is breaking all the rules.
See also: safer sex, open marriage
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alt.polyamory Home Page
Extensive set of resources about polyamory, containing FAQs, essays, spots for personal ads, groups, and art.
http://www.polyamory.org/
Church of All Worlds
CAW's mission is to evolve a network of information, mythology and experience that provides a context and stimulus for re-awakening Gaea, and re-uniting her children through tribal community dedicated to responsible stewardship and evolving consciousness.
http://www.caw.org
Free Love is Free Expression
The title essay argues that Polyamory is about freedom of the body, based on the grounds that sex is a cause for celebration, not for shame.
http://www.punkerslut.com/articles/freeloveisfreeexpression.html
polyamory.com
A good set of resources for the polyamorous. Attractively designed.
http://www.polyamory.com
Sacred Space Institute
SSI's intention is to 'create a context in which the arts of whole systems healing, sacred sexuality, polyamory, community development and new paradigm relating can be taught, developed, applied, given professional legitimacy, and disseminated internationally.'
http://www.lovewithoutlimits.com
Polyamory Society, The
The Polyamory Society is a nonprofit organization which promotes and supports the interest of individuals of multipartnered relationships and families.
http://www.polyamorysociety.org
Poly-friendly Professionals
Listings of counselors, therapists, lawyers, and other professionals who are open-minded about polyamory.
http://www.polychromatic.com/pfp/
Open Hearts Project, The
A small collection of very detailed personal stories describing people's experiences with polyamorous relationships.
http://www.polyamory.org/SF/Openheart/ohp.html
Polyamory Pride Flag
Design and explanation of the polyamory pride flag. Graphics available for inclusion in web pages.
http://www.isomedia.com/homes/jene/flag.html
Polyamory: The More Loving Perspective
Dr. Sasha and Janet Lessin answer relationship questions from the More Loving Perspective.
http://www.aloha.net/~alessin/polyamory.html
Society for Human Sexuality polyamory info
The Society is a social and educational organization whose purpose is to promote understanding and appreciation for the many forms of adult intimate relationships and consensual sexual expression.
http://www.sexuality.org/polyamor.html
Live The Dream
Live the Dream is an education and support group for people in group marriages.
http://www.livethedream.org/
An Unconditional Love
Explores ideas related to polyamory.
http://ropi.net/aul
Poly Ring, The
A growing collection of websites about polyamory or by polyamorous people.
http://www.twomoons.com/polyamory/ring/
Building and Living in a Triad
Advice, resources, and stories about the FMF triad, from a loving married couple.
http://www.geocities.com/e-ticket.geo/
Pearz Poly Personals and Dating Service
A personals board including features designed for polyamorous people and relationships. Currently free, cost subject to change.
http://pearz-poly-personals.com
Polyamory Awareness and Acceptance Ribbon Campaign
Products and resources for those interested in responsible non-monogamy.
http://www.bee.net/cardigan/PAARC/
A Polyamory Community
A LiveJournal community, for those who are interested in polyamory, to discuss the philosophy and practice of the polyamorous lovestyle. [Editor's warning: site doesn't display properly in Netscape 4.7; use IE, Mozilla, Opera, or Netscape 7.]
http://livejournal.com/community/polyamory/
The Simple Guide to Relationships
A short, simple guide to maintaining healthy relationships in your life, including relationships with friends, family, lovers, and partners. Did we say simple? We meant it. Simple things stick in the brain better.
http://www.petting-zoo.org/Relationships01.html
Poly Bureau, The
A polyamory discussion column, including questions and answers.
http://boston.polyamory.org/polycol/
Our Little Quad
Have you ever considered a group marriage? Do you ever wonder how in the world something like that could work out? Our Little Quad explains the hows and whys of a group marriage with practical advice and stories from their own lives.
http://www.ourlittlequad.com
Polyamory Place
Information on alternative lifesyles, catering to couples, triads and bisexual relationships. Includes personal ads, postcards, bookstore, contests, links, chat and information.
http://members.aol.com/abbyanjack/
Yahoo Groups: Polyamory
A place for the polyamorous community to meet and discuss poly issues.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/polyamory2/
Institute for 21st Century Relationships
The non-profit Institute provides info on exploring/understanding workable alternatives to heterosexual, lifelong, sexually exclusive monogamy. Programs, conference/seminars and publications.
http://www.lovethatworks.org/
Poly MatchMaker - The perfect place to find your poly mate(s)!
An online personals site for poly people. Requires registration (free).
http://www.polymatchmaker.com/
Star's Polyamory Page
Articles on polyamory, and links to resources.
http://www.prairienet.org/~star/poly.html
What Psychology Professionals Should Know About Polyamory
Paper by Geri D. Weitzman, written for psychologists and psychiatrists.
http://www.polyamory.org/~joe/polypaper.htm
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