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Category Archives: Polyamory 101

You Are Not Your Relationships

February 4, 2022SarahAdvice, Polyamory 101, The Poly Worldcommon fumbles, polyamory, terminology

We know you love your partner(s)… we love ours too! But when you introduce yourself as or speak as your relationship instead of as an individual, a few things will happen that aren’t ideal. Here are some reasons why people in POSH might advise you to stop doing this.

Why We Need A Polyam Community

February 1, 2022SarahPolyamory 101, The Poly Worldcommunity, events, polyamory, posh

POSH just finished a weekend camping trip, a cross-group event with our sister group, Polyarmory. While some people ended up unable to come, we had 24 people sign up from across Houston and Austin. A lot of people met for the first time this weekend. It’s possible that that might lead to some first dates,

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An Incomplete Guide to Polyam Terms

October 5, 2021SarahPolyamory 101learning, newbies, polyamory, terminology

When people first enter the polyamorous community, the amount of brand new terminology can be intimidating. It’s important, though, because it means learning about concepts that can inform your journey and can help you understand your new polyam friends. Using our terms gives our community the ability to talk about things that are unique to our experiences.

Girl with dictionary.

It’s Not a Lifestyle

September 23, 2021SarahPolyamory 101, The Poly Worldadvice, common fumbles, corrections, learning, lifestyle, LS, newbies, polyamory, relationship orientation, swinging, terminology

We get a lot of new members in POSH every week, and we’re always glad to see new faces. When new members introduce themselves in our introductions thread, though, we often see something like “I’m new to the lifestyle.”…

“We’re looking for our third”

June 30, 2019TabbyfooDating & Relationships, Polyamory 101

So you’re new to the idea of an open relationship. The thing many couples seek when they think about exploring non-monogamy is finding a way to pursue this relationship model that protects their couplehood. “How can we explore while keeping our relationship safe?” The truth is… You can’t. No relationship is safe from conflict, and

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Polyamory Links and Resources

Polyamory Links and Resources

June 30, 2019TabbyfooPolyamory 101, POSH Group Info

Looking for other groups to join? Need help learning more about Polyamory? Here are some resources both locally and outside of Houston that you may find helpful. Helpful PDF files: Links to Polyamory Groups Outside Facebook Poly Big Fun – http://www.polybigfun.org/ – Poly Big Fun or PBF is a yearly late spring retreat sponsored by

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Safer Sex Practices and Ethical Non-Monogamy

Safer Sex Practices and Ethical Non-Monogamy

June 28, 2019TabbyfooDating & Relationships, Polyamory 101

One of the most important things to educate yourself about as a sexually active person is your sexual health. This becomes even more vitally important when you have multiple sexual partners simultaneously. We compiled some data that has proven helpful for many in the Houston Polyamory community. It starts with basic topics like consent and

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Recent Posts

  • You Are Not Your Relationships February 4, 2022
  • Why We Need A Polyam Community February 1, 2022
  • Slowing Down in Meta Relationships November 13, 2021
  • Drafting Relationship Expectations November 12, 2021
  • An Incomplete Guide to Polyam Terms October 5, 2021
  • It’s Not a Lifestyle September 23, 2021
  • Event Ideas August 21, 2019
  • POSH Rules August 20, 2019
  • Building a Consent-Positive Community June 30, 2019
  • About Discord Group Chat June 30, 2019

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