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EMPOWERED POLY
by Leanne and Greg Million
We are Greg and Leanne Million, EMPOWERED NOW Coaches who focus on Emotional Empowerment, Sexuality and Relationships, and we are driven to serve! EMPOWERED POLY is all about helping you move into a more authentic life, and feel more connected in your consensually non-monogamous relationships. Are you trying to control others? Struggling with jealousy or FOMO? Are you seeking out ways to self sabotage or get in the way of your partner's other relationships? Maybe your confused about issues relating to gender or sexuality? Insecure? Frustrated? We're here to help!
Episodes
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Episode 51: Polyamory & SEX
Join us, Greg and Leanne Million, Certified Relationship Coaches specializing in polyamory, as we tackle myths and misconceptions about Polyamory & SEX!TW: Mentions being victims of sexual abuse. Issues around sexuality & consent which may be triggering. We discuss those things that people - both...
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Ep 50: What's so Bad About UNICORN HUNTING?
YAY! THIS IS OUR 50th EPISODE!! WOOT! Join us, Greg and Leanne Million, Certified Relationship Coaches specializing in polyamory, as we dive into the weeds and discuss the challenges within Unicorn Hunting. (You know... when a couple wants to add a THIRD to their relationship.) TW: Mentions...
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Ep 49: What We Got Wrong
Ever felt like poly was wrong? Or you were? Felt guilty? Shameful? Afraid? Yeah. Us too. In this episode we decided to share what we used to want, believe and feel as we navigated the VERY bumpy polyamorous/non-monogamous journeys we've had. And how painful they were! Join us, Greg and Leanne...
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Ep 48: Poly Under Duress
Do you think you're experiencing Poly under duress? This is a term gaining popularity in the polyamorous community and a situation that is very serious. In polyamory, it is common when opening up a relationship to have one partner introduce the idea, sometimes in messy, unhelpful or thoughtless...
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Ep 47: Capacity in Relationships
What is YOUR capacity in your relationships and what affects it? In this episode join us, Leanne & Greg Million, Certified Relationship and Sexuality Coaches as we discuss what we mean by capacity, what it means to be over your capacity, the things that can impact it and recognizing when you're...
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Ep. 46: Big Feel in Polyamory (cuz You're Not Alone)
In this episode we're talking about the BIGGEST of the BIG FEELS in Polyamory: Jealousy, Comparison and Fear of Abandonment cuz you are NOT alone if you experience one or all three of these! We changed things up- added some segment titles and SFX this time. Let us know what you think! Curious…
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Ep 45: Mononormativity with Marla Schreiber @polyamarla
If you've been on IG or TikTok you probably know @polyamarla - and NOW they've got an incredible book out "Non-monogamy and Defying a Paradigm"! We had such a fun time together! Follow us (if you can...three people with ADHD) as Marla takes us through their polyamorous journey, the "h" word (and...
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Ep 44: Nicole Thompson from Religion to Relationship Anarchy
Wow! What a journey Nicole has had! With eloquence and awareness she shares what it was like to grow up in purity culture and to come to terms with her own queer and polyamorous identities. Nicole Thompson is a sex and relationship psychotherapist, host of Modern Anarchy Podcast, the author of…
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Ep. 43: Being a Good Hinge
Let's talk about being a good hinge! Many of the issues in a polyamorous or non-monogamous relationship can be prevented with responsible & compassionate choices made by the hinge - the person with multiple partners. Join us, Leanne & Greg Million, Certified Relationship Coaches specializing in...
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Ep 42: Lola Phoenix The Anxious Person's Guide to Non-monogamy
Join us, Leanne & Greg Million, Certified Relationship Coaches as we chat with Lola Phoenix, the delightful author of "The Anxious Person's Guide to Non-monogamy" and "The Non-monogamy Journal"!We spoke to Lola about the concept of "anchor" as a grounding tool for navigating non-monogamy,...
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Ep 41: Kathy Labriola & "Polyamorous Elders"
Join us, Leanne & Greg Million, Certified Relationship Coaches as we chat with the one and only Kathy Labriola - author of "Love and Abundance: A Counselor's Advice on Open Relationships" (NEW EDITION AVAIL), "The Jealousy Workbook", and "The Polyamory Break Up Book". We spoke to her about her...
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Ep. 40: Cheating in Polyamory/CNM
Content Warning: mentions (with no detail) self-harm and abusive relationships. Celebrate 4 years and 40 episodes with us, Greg and Leanne Million Certified Relationship Coaches, as we unpack an AI-generated list of reasons (which Leanne printed but didn't "create") why people choose to cheat in...
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Ep 39: All About Boundaries
Join us, Leanne & Greg Million Relationship Coaches, as we dive into why boundaries are important, why they are challenging, what types there are, what they are and what they aren't! Boundaries can be a steep learning curve for some of us, so hopefully this episode helps you advocate for and…
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Ep 38: All About Kink
Trigger warning: Contains brief references to self-harm, sexual assault, and consensual non-consent. Join us, Leanne & Greg Million, Certified Relationship and Sexuality Coaches, as we discuss red and green flags for vetting partners in BDSM (Bondage, Discipline, Domination, Submission,...
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Ep 37: All About Threesomes with Ali Hendry
Here's what happens when you get 3 sex-positive Relationship Coaches together!! You get to learn about ALL the ways to communicate, discuss, organize and enjoy a yummy THREESOME (or more-some)! Our special guest, and our online friend - holistic Relationship Coach and TedX speaker, Ali Hendry,...
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Ep 36: Relationship Agreements
In this episode we discuss how we develop a self-aware foundation for building agreements based on core values and boundaries, vital categories to consider when creating Relationship Agreements, and why we chose to have what we call a "Limited Information Agreement". #consensualnonmonogamy...
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Ep. 35: Evita "Lavitaloca" Sawyers
A fabulous time was had with the incredible Evita "Lavitaloca Sawyers" - as we discussed her journey as a black, queer, femme person into the worlds of non-monogamy, polyamory and kink! She shared with us her insights, wisdom and we enjoyed every minute! Evita is a coach, speaker, educator and...
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Ep. 34: Sex After Childbirth with Special Guest Anne Chronnell
Disclaimer: This episode focuses on vaginal birth only and may contain triggering information for some listeners. The term "normal" birth is used ironically and in the video version on YouTube you can see that Anne uses quotation marks. If you or your partner has recently given birth, here's a...
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Ep. 33: Comparison in Non-Monogamy
Comparison is the thief of joy! You may have heard that, recognize its importance and STILL suffer with comparison. We chat in this episode about our experiences with comparison, how it's shown up in our relationships and what we can do to help manage or reframe comparison to make it more…
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Ep 32: Polywise with Jessica Fern & David Cooley
We were super jazzed to have psychotherapist and author of "Polysecure", Jessica Fern, return with her co-author David Cooley to chat about their new book, "Polywise" which is an amazing resource on healthy relating. We discuss restorative relationship conversations, parts work, codependency,...
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Ep 31: All About Ambiamory
You may not have heard about Ambiamory - the ability to be in either monogamous or polyamorous relationships. For those who identify as Ambiamorous, like Leanne, there are challenges and gifts. We invite you to explore what Leanne's journey of Ambiamory is like. If you're confused about why your...
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Ep 30: Entitlement in Relationships
#polyamory #polyamorousrelationship #openrelationships #openrelationship #nonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #relationship #relationships #healthyrelationships #entitlement #possessiveboyfriends #possessiveness #unhealthyrelationships #personaldevelopment *Content Warning: sexual assault mentioned....
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Ep 29: Breaking Up
#polyamory #relationshipcoach #ethicalnonmonogamy #relationshipadvice #breakingup #breakups #endingarelationship #shiftingarelationship #polyamorous #openrelationship #openrelationships #relationshipcoaching #howtobreakup #managingabreakup In this episode, we take a look at how to mindfully frame…
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Ep. 28: Meeting the Meta(s)
#openrelationship #polyamory #relationshipcoach #ethicalnonmonogamy #openrelationship #polyamorous #polyamorousrelationship #polyamory #relationshipcoach #relationshipcoaching As Relationship Coaches specializing in consensual non-monogamy and polyamory, we see a lot of stress occurring around...
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Ep 27: Safer Sex
#sexualhealth #safersex #polyamory #sexuallytransmitteddiseases #std #sexuallytransmittedinfections #ethicalnonmonogamy #openrelationship #polyamorous #polyamorousrelationship #polycoach #relationships #relationshipcoach #relationshipcoaching In this VERY IMPORTANT episode, we discuss what sexual...
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Ep 26: Opening Up
#consensualnonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #poly #polyamorous #polyamory #openingup #disentangling #mononormativeprogramming #codependency #enmeshment #boundaries #relationshipcoaching #relationshipcoach #ethicalnonmonogamy #ENM #CNM Opening Up from being monogamous, whether you're solo poly or...
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Ep 25: Kitchen Table Poly with Ellecia Paine
#consensualnonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #poly #polyamorous #polyamory #kitchentablepoly #triads #cohabitation #triangulation What is it we are drawn to in seeking out Kitchen Table Poly? What are some of the challenges and how can we manage them? In this episode we take a swim in the deeeeeep...
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Ep 24: Poly/Mono Relationships
#consensualnonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #poly #monopoly #polyamorous #polyamory #monogamous #openingup #relationships #relationshipdynamics #relationshipadvice #relationshipcoaching In this episode we dive into one of the more challenging relationship dynamics on the planet - the Polyamorous…
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Ep 23: Grieving Monogamy in Poly/CNM
#monogamy #openingup #polyamory #polyamorous #monopoly #griefinrelationships #relationshipstructures #relationshipdynamics #relationshipcoaching #poly #ethicalnonmonogamy #consensualnonmonogamy #relationshipadvice In this episode we tackle the grief that comes, as Greg puts it, as "many little...
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Ep 22: New Relationship Energy in Poly/CNM
#relationshipadvice #relationshipcoaching #sexuality #polyamory #consensualnonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #newrelationshipenergy #emotionalmanagement #fomo If you struggle to manage your own NRE (New Relationship Energy) or you know it's impacting your other relationships, this one is for you!…
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Ep. 21: Couple's Privilege with Michael Love Part 2
#ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #relationshipcoaching #coupleprivilege #hierarchyinenm #healthyrelationships #autonomy #unicornhunting #vetopower This is the continuation of our interview with Michael Love (co-host of the ENM Talk Podcast and co-admin of the Ethical Non-Monogamy FB group) because…
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Ep. 20: Couple's Privilege with Michael Love Part 1
#ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #relationshipcoaching #coupleprivilege #hierarchyinenm #healthyrelationships #autonomy #unicornhunting This was such an awesome interview with Michael Love (co-host of the ENM Talk Podcast and co-admin of the Ethical Non-monogamy FB group) that we had to keep going...
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Ep 19: All About Toxic Relationships
#toxicrelationships #toxicbehaviour #emotionalmanagement #boundaries #healthyrelationships #relationshipcoaching #faultvsresponsibility #healingwounds #emotions Yep, we thought this one would be easy...but it's complicated! Join us, Greg and Leanne, Empowerment and Relationship Coaches, as we...
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Ep 18: All About Male Vulnerability with Binyam Asress
#vulnerability #malevulnerability #gender #genderexpression #authenticity #manboxculture #tonyporter #brenebrown #lewishowes #connection #emotionalmanagement #anger #strengthisvulnerability #intimacy #healthyrelationships #relationshipcoach #relationshipadvice #selfawareness #maleidentifying Join...
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Ep 17: All About Authentic Intimacy
#authenticintimacy #authenticityinrelationships #sexualfreedom #selfadvocacy #intimacy #autonomy #newrelationshipenergy #feelingtakenforgranted #polyamory #ethicalnonmonogamy #monogamy #ENM #poly #authenticity Greg and Leanne share their own personal discoveries about what intimacy is and isn't,...
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Ep 16: Managing Chronic Illness in Relationships
#chronicillness #chronicconditions #chronicpain #mentalhealth #relationshipcoaching #relationshipadvice #relationships #autonomy #listentoyourpartner #relationshipbuilding #healthyrelationships In this episode Relationship and Emotional Wellness coaches Leanne and Greg Million offer their insight...
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Ep 15: All About Compersion
#compersion #consensualnonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #nonmonogamous #polyamorous #jealousy #relationshipadvice #relationshipcoaching #sexuality Greg, an Emotional Empowerment Coach, and Leanne, a Relationship and Sexuality Coach explain the term "compersion" as used by the Poly/CNM...
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Ep 14: All About Group Sex
#groupsex #threesomes #orgies #multiplepartners #ethicalnonmonogamy #consensualnonmongamy #monogamish #openrelationships #polyamory #sexualautonomy #safesex #elleciapaine #relationshipcoach #sexcoach #sexadvice #relationshipadvice Join Greg and Leanne in welcoming fellow Love, Sex and…
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Ep 13: Being a Compassionate Partner
#relationshipadvice #compassion #communication #relationshipcoach #polyamory #consensualnonmonogamy #ENM #poly #selfadvocacy #autonomy #authenticity #vulnerability Join Emotional Wellness and Relationship coaches Greg and Leanne Million as they explore what being a compassionate partner is, and...
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Ep 12: Advice for Poly/CNM Newbies
#polyamory #consensualnonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #relationshipadvice #relationshipcoaching #nonmonogamy #boundaries #nonmonogamynewbies #couplesprivilege #hierarchicalpolyamory #disentangling So...you're considering Polyamory or Consensual Non-Monogamy? Or you've already started the journey...
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Ep 11: The Desire to Feel Special in Poly/CNM (or any relationship!)
#polyamory #consensualnonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #needtofeelspecial #relationshipadvice #relationshipcoaching #empowerment #boundaries #polyrelationships Greg and Leanne delve into what we can do in our Poly/CNM relationships - OR any relationship structure - to address the very foundational...
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Ep 10: Jessica Fern Author of Polysecure
#jessicafern #polysecure #authorlove #nonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory Greg and Leanne are completely jazzed to have had the opportunity to meet with the author of "Polysecure: Attachment, Trauma and Consensual Nonmonogamy", Jessica Fern! She unpacks some really important points...
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Ep 9: Jealousy in Consensual Non-Monogamy
#jealousy #consensualnonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #relationships #howtomanagejealousy Join Greg and Leanne, Wellness and Relationship Coaches, as they examine what creates jealousy in consensual non-monogamy, how it feels and how to manage it, both from the perspective of the partner...
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Ep 8: Relationship Structures
In this episode Leanne and Greg provide an overview of various relationship structures, discuss why new terminology is being developed and used and address some misconceptions about these structures. Leanne mentions that the graphic will be added in post production but for a host of reasons, we...
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Ep 7: Relationship Autonomy
Greg, an Emotional Wellness and Empowerment coach and his wife, Leanne, a Relationship and Sexuality Coach discuss what it means to have Relationship Autonomy, why it works for them, how it compares to Relationship Anarchy and how it can be applies to all types of relationships. NOTE: Be sure to...
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Ep 6: The Truth About Self-Love
In this episode, coaches Leanne and Greg dive into the often-touted precept "You can't love anyone unless you love yourself". Join them as they grapple with this popular notion, share their own experiences and what they've noticed about how "true" this idea really is. They also share points made…
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Ep 5: Long Term Relationship Challenges
In a recent poll in their Facebook Group "EMPOWERED NOW: Relationship Support and Advice for ALL", the #1 information topic requested was Long Term Relationship Challenges. In this episode coaches Greg and Leanne get vulnerable about their own struggles in their MANY long term relationships. They...
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Ep 4: All About Consent
Trigger warning. In this episode, coaches Leanne and Greg talk about what consent is, what it isn't, who can give consent and what red flags to look for in case someone isn't capable of speaking up when they are uncomfortable. They share their own experiences and hope to inspire others to be able...
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Ep 3: Love and Sex Languages
Greg and Leanne Million, Personal Development and Relationship Coaches, discuss Dr. Gary Chapman's Five Love Languages and Dr. Weiss' Five Sex Languages that Leanne has tweaked in order to better represent areas she thought were important. Leanne's Eight Sex Languages are explained and they cover...
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Ep 1: Relationship Tips - Tools vs Rules
Greg and Leanne Million, coaches in Personal Development and Relationships, offer tips on using tools instead of creating rules within relationships. If you or someone you know tries to control the behaviour of others by establishing rules, Greg and Leanne show how this is ineffective and what…
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We are Greg and Leanne Million, EMPOWERED NOW Coaches who focus on Emotional Empowerment, Sexuality and Relationships, and we are driven to serve! EMPOWERED POLY is all about helping you move into a more authentic life, and feel more connected in your consensually non-monogamous relationships. Are you trying to control others? Struggling with jealousy or FOMO? Are you seeking out ways to self sabotage or get in the way of your partner's other relationships? Maybe your confused about issues relating to gender or sexuality? Insecure? Frustrated? We're here to help!
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