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EPISODE · May 21, 2026 · 20 MIN

How to ask for an open relationship

from Permission To Desire: Relationships, Sex, Love, and Liberation · host Brian G. Murphy

If you think you might want an open relationship—or to change how you structure your open relationship—you’re probably trying to figure out exactly when and how to talk to your partner about that. I get it. That was me 16 years ago. And I was terrified. But if I hadn’t gathered the courage to have that first conversation, none of the past 16 years would be possible. In this episode, I’m going to teach you how.You’ll learn the 4 Ws and an H of asking to opening up: Why, When, Where, How, and What.Yes, it’s a different order than the usual “5 Ws and an H” — you’ll see why in the episode ;)If you’re considering opening up or navigating an open (or open-ish) relationship and you want to talk about sex and outside connections more comfortably, expand your sex life, reduce tension and confusion, and create shared agreements that actually work in real life, then I want to invite you to enroll in Relationshift—we start June 15. This 9-week program is designed to fast track your desires—getting you talking easier, fighting less, fucking more, and overall having a fuller, more alive, more honest relationship and erotic life. You’ll have support every step of the way so that “someday” can become “today.” Registration is now open and spots are limited. Grab yours at thisisbgm.com/groupEnrollment for Relationshift is sold out and now closed. Want early access when enrollment opens again later this summer? Add your name to the waitlist at thisisbgm.com/groupIf you are reading this, I have 2 private coaching spots opening up later in June 2026. Learn more about how coaching can support you in building a fuller, more honest, more alive erotic life and relationship and apply for a spot at https://thisisbgm.com/private-coaching/Connect with Brian on Instagram: @ThisIsBGM (Feel free to DM with any questions you have!)

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