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Unsolicited Compliments Aren’t Harmless—They’re Boundary Violations

Why DMs from men on non-dating platforms feel invasive, much like unsolicited compliments, and why it’s not the same as getting spammed by scammers. The other day, I posted in a neighborhood forum to ask if anyone recognized a stray cat that had taken up residence in my backyard. Within hours, I got a message

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Polyamory and Autonomy

Relationships are a delicate dance between connection and independence, a balance that polyamory challenges us to explore in new ways. When we talk about autonomy in polyamory, we’re looking at how individual freedom shapes—and is shaped by—the bonds we share. It’s a journey that requires honesty, self-reflection, and a deep commitment to nurturing both ourselves

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Breaking Down Entitlement: A Cautionary Tale in Polyamory and Beyond

In any community, we encounter a range of opinions and beliefs—some enlightening, some uplifting, and some problematic. Occasionally, a thread surfaces that highlights an underlying issue many of us grapple with yet rarely discuss openly: entitlement, particularly when it intersects with romantic or social dynamics. A recent conversation thread on our page serves as a

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Drafting Relationship Expectations

Each individual should know what their own boundaries and expectations are with the people they care about, but we often don’t think about these in explicit terms or use explicit language to communicate them.  Implied agreements lead to misunderstandings and miscommunications.  Direct communication can seem intimidating at first but is very rewarding once you become more comfortable with it.