Open
Swinging and polyamory are two types of open relationships, but there are so many more ways to explore being open! Whether you call it Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) or Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM), being in an open relationship can present different challenges for all the partners involved. Discover how to go from monogamy to an open relationship, how to talk to your partner about swinging and open relationships, what the swinging lifestyle and open lifestyles are really like, and much more. Whether you're a newbie to open relationships or a veteran ethical non-monogamist, you'll find resources to guide you.
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What Do I Want Now?
Colette Pienaar on how midlife and menopause reshape desire, and why knowing what you want is only half the battle when it comes to asking for it.
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What Concerns or Fears Do We Each Have About Opening?
Excited and nervous about opening up? Learn how to name your fears clearly so you and your partner can talk honestly without rushing any decision.
What Are We Hoping ENM Will Add to Our Lives?
Before opening your relationship, picture the evenings you'd actually enjoy and discover what you and your partner are truly hoping ENM will bring.
How Can Single Men Meet Hotwifing Couples?
Advice to help single men attract the right hotwifing couples and thrive in the open, swinging, and hotwifing lifestyle.
Navigating Envy and Jealousy in Polyamorous Relationships
Jealousy and envy can surface even in thriving polyamorous relationships. Learn what these feelings are telling you and how to respond with honesty and care.
The Trap of Fairness in Polyamory: Why Comparison Doesn’t Work
In polyamory, chasing perfect fairness can quietly erode intimacy. Discover why naming your own needs feels far better than keeping score.
Polyamory and the Myth of “Equal” Love
Ethical polyamory doesn't require loving every partner the same way. Discover why fair treatment and honest care matter more than perfectly equal feelings.
From Mild to Wild: Caliente’s Spicy Lifestyle
The bare truth about one of the world’s hottest clothing-optional destinations.
What if One Partner Wants to Be a Swinger But the Other Doesn’t?
How do you handle it when your partner doesn’t want an open relationship, but you do?
What to Expect at a Swingers Resort as a First-Timer, From Rules to Etiquette
A newbie’s guide to swingers resorts: what the days look like, the consent and ground rules, why you don't have to play, and more.
What Is a Swinger Hotel Takeover? What to Expect From a Lifestyle Weekend
A swinger hotel takeover turns a whole hotel into a private lifestyle weekend. Learn how vetting, room blocks, etiquette and checkout work.
Elevated Intimacy
Tantra coach Justin Gottlieb draws on 20 years in the lifestyle to share tips that help your next sex party feel safer and far more connected.
The Checkmate Manhattan Experience: Beyond The Velvet Ropes
One lucky couple gives their firsthand account of a night at one of New York City’s most exclusive swingers’ clubs that was so amazing, they sought a repeat performance the following night.
How to Introduce Swinging to Your Partner
Smart, smooth ways to talk to your partner about the swinging lifestyle.
The Scary Side of the Lifestyle
Swinging coach Lauren gets real about ghosting and the elusive four-way match, and explains why the lifestyle's hard truths are worth pushing through.
Swinger Etiquette: The Unwritten Rules of the Swinging Lifestyle
How to master swinger etiquette, from consent to discretion, to keep being invited back.
What Is Hotwife Training? (And How to Do It)
Hotwife training is how couples move from fantasy to a real hotwife dynamic. Learn each partner's role, how to start and the pitfalls to avoid.
The Sexual Longevity Protocol: Blood Flow
Sexual health educator Eve Hall explains why healthy circulation fuels arousal and sensitivity for every body, plus how to keep it flowing at any age.
How to Go from Swinging Online to Real-Life Swinger Encounters
Bridging the gap between fantasy and face-to-face connection.
Talking to Your Partner Before Your First Event
The conversation that actually matters happens before you walk in the door, not during it.
Choosing Your First Lifestyle Destination
Not every destination that looks exciting online turns out to be the right place for your first trip. Here's how to actually pick one.
How to Vet a New Partner in ENM Before You're Emotionally In
New Relationship Energy quietly edits what you overlook. Ask the real questions early, while your head is clear enough for the answers to matter.
Boundaries vs. Borders: Why Most People Confuse the Two
Most of us set borders when we mean boundaries. Discover the simple shift that helps you feel safe without trying to control your partner.