From "I'd Be Too Jealous" to "Let's Make a Podcast!" 🎙️

How does a long-term, monogamous relationship turn into a conversation about opening up?In this first episode of The Partnership Lab, we share how we got here - from growing up with traditional views on sex and relationships, to reconnecting after years together, and beginning to explore consensual non-monogamy .... before anything has actually happened.We talk about the messages we were given about sex, what out early relationships looked like, and how a single conversation eventually turned into months of reflection, research, deeper intimacy and communication.We're still in the "research phase", and that's exactly the point. This podcast is about exploring our relationship, and how we relate with others, in real time. We'll share what we're learning along the way with curiosity, communication, and intention.In This EpisodeHow we met and built our 20+ year relationship togetherWhat we were taught (and not taught) about sex, monogamy, and relationshipsHow life's stressors weakened our connection, and how we've recaptured that sparkThe first conversation about opening up, including whose first reaction was "I'd be too jealous", and how their perspective shifted over timeWhat we're exploring nextContact us at with comments, questions, stories, advice, encouragement, or whatever else you want to send: [email protected] resources mentioned in the episode:The Monogamish Marriage - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-monogamish-marriage/id1586549659Naughty Gym - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/naughty-gym-show-building-stronger-non-monogamous-relationships/id1701360007Hacking Love - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hacking-love-deepening-commitment-through-open-relationships/id1770657936DisclaimerThese conversations reflect our own observations and experiences and are not professional or institutional advice. They do not reflect the thoughts or opinions of employers, family, or guests, nor imply their approval of the content shared.