#8 - Overcoming Jealousy & Insecurity in Polyamorous Relationships

In this episode, we are joined by our friend, Mick, who is part of a polyamorous couple, as we explore his various strategies to foster trust, communication, and personal growth in the face of the common polyamory challenges of jealousy and insecurity. . Mick shares his invaluable insights and practical advice for managing emotions and building healthier non-monogamous connections. Additionally, we explore the crucial role of self-reflection and personal growth in combating jealousy and insecurity. . Throughout this episode, we aim to debunk misconceptions surrounding polyamory and highlight the importance of open and honest communication to foster a harmonious and fulfilling polyamorous lifestyle. Discover techniques for identifying and addressing triggers, managing boundaries, and building a solid foundation of trust among all partners involved. . Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion! Subscribe to our channel and podcast and stay tuned for future episodes that approach various aspects of polyamory, non-monogamy, relationships, and personal growth. . Remember to subscribe to our channel to stay updated with our latest content. Thank you for joining us on this journey towards understanding and acceptance. . 👀 Watch or 🎧 listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Audible: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/throupletalk . Buy Char's Panties: https://amzn.to/3G4wHqH (*Amazon Affiliate Link) . Buy Us A 🍸 Drink: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/3I9O1NMVV3ZC1 . If you'd like to send us a 📞 voice message, click here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/throupletalk/message. Time Stamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:45 - Q&A with our guest Mick 02:27 - What it’s like to be part of a polycule 05:25 - Why are people terrified and uncomfortable with polyamory 08:30 - Starting a relationship as polyamorous 10:30 - Learning about what is compersion 12:38 - Do poly people date all the time? 13:40 - Polyamory helped me grow 15:15 - Meeting my metamour or my partner’s partner 20:00 - Turning point from jealousy to compersion 22:50 - Jealousy is a human emotion 23:55 - Deal with your emotions by questioning them 25:05 - Do inner work if you want to be poly 28:23 - Transparency in Polyamory vs cheating in Monogamy 32:50 - Did you ever regret your transition from monogamy to polyamory? 36:05 - Episode finale, join us by subscribing to our channel #polyamorousrelationshiptips #kitchentablepolyamory #polyamoryjealousy *We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.