Monogam-ish vs. Open-ish Relationship: Are You Stuck in the Grey Zone?

In between "monogamy" and an "open relationship," there’s a grey area… you’re technically monogamous anymore but “open” isn’t really accurate either.This ish space can be fun and fulfilling or it can be stressful and unsatisfying. It depends on which ish you’re in.In this episode you'll learn the difference between monogamish (a term coined by Dan Savage) and open-ish — a term Brian uses to describe couples who are in transition, in a blurry in between, or not-quite-monogamous circumstances you've sorta sumbled intowho a monogamish relationship is right forhow to spot if you're in an open-ish relationshipWhat makes an open-ish relationship work well (vs wha will make it feel miserable)4 steps you need to get unstuck from an open-ish relationship that isn't serving youWhether monogamish is your happy place or you're ready to move toward something more open (or back toward monogamy entirely), our goal is the same: helping you stop gritting your teeth in your relationship and get back to enjoying it even more.Enrollment 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!)