Are you curious about swinging but feel held back by fear, anxiety, or insecurity? You’re not alone. Many couples feel excitement mixed with worry: “What if jealousy ruins everything?”, “What if we regret it?”, “What if it changes our relationship…
Unicorn Hunting: What Is This Dynamic All About?
In the world of non-monogamous relationships, “Unicorn Hunting” describes a very specific and common dynamic: a couple (usually a man and a woman) actively looking for a third person to connect with both of them, romantically and/or sexually. The nickname…
Story: The Bound Circle of Polyfidelity
The four of us had settled everything during a night of wine and a conversation that went on far too long, just among ourselves. A throuple turning into a foursome, later sealed with that one rule that made the blood…
We’re into you! How Brazil and the USA Connect
In both the United States and Brazil, open-relationship communities stress honesty, consent, and respect as foundational values. Whether couples are exploring swingers’ clubs or polyamorous dating, clear communication is key. Brazilians and Americans alike value setting firm boundaries and being…
Swinging and Polyamory: Cultural Perspectives in Latin America and the U.S.
Swinging and polyamory are both forms of consensual non-monogamy, but they have different emphases. Swinging (often called “couple swapping”) focuses on multiple sexual partners while maintaining a core romantic couple relationship. Polyamory, on the other hand, involves multiple simultaneous romantic…