385 | Monogamy and Nonmonogamy

The Minimalists speak with Aubrey Marcus about relationship structures, commitment, marriage, open relationships, and more! Watch all 3 hours of episode 385 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.

Discussed in this episode:

How is nonmonogamy related to minimalism? (02:12)

What challenges have people experienced in nonmonogamous relationships? (12:29)

How do people thrive in nonmonogamous relationships? (16:19)

How do we create a healthy balance between giving and receiving love? (19:31)

What is “compersion”? (21:34)

What is “kitchen-table polyamory”? (22:55)

How is suffering contagious? (28:11)

What is “tantric technology”? (31:57)

How do we open ourselves up more for love? (34:58)

Do definitions obscure more than they clarify? (40:01)

How do you broach the possibility of nonmonogamy with a long-term monogamous partner? (45:16)

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