Mar 12
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I was sitting back watching Black Ink Chicago last night with my girl and I found myself sounding like a broken record. Each time Don and his wife appeared on screen or the underlying plot between Ryan and (the since departed) Katt resurfaced I kept saying “having an open relationship could’ve fixed that.” A marriage & family could’ve remained intact and an entire business legacy would’ve been preserved alongside thousands of dollars in lost revenue.
I’m definitely not going to promise that polyamory (or ethical non-monogamy) is a fix all for every situation or everyone [for fear of sounding idealistic] but if adults could openly communicate that there is a presence of other people that their current partner will be unsettled by it can possibly keep pre-existing relationships together or at least end things fairly. Even moreso use that muscle between your ears and start your next tryst honestly.. “let’s continue to see other people.” A simple six word statement that people will not utter while knowing they have a tendency to step out. Cheating is always a choice but the premise of being romantically duplicitous or wanting to remain single is as naturally hardwired in some as seeking a monogamous arrangement is for others. I can’t tell anyone how to live their life but if you are doing the same shit repeatedly and expecting different results then that is the definition of insanity (better yet delusion). There is no need to try to fit yourself into a system just because everyone else is doing it.
I forewarn before you “open-up” be prepared to face some sobering and humbling emotions regarding your girlfriend or boyfriend. A fully open relationship is accessible on all sides. It’s just not for your benefit, bro/sis. Now, if either of you would rather indulge behind your partners back be just as prepared for the bullshit that comes along with that also.
Me and my girl have been in an OP relationship for 11 years and counting. How many relationships have you covered in that time? Think about it.
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