When we are in longer-term relationships we can have so many amazing things - security, safety, familiarity and predictability and a safe haven. However, these things we love can be the very things that can dampen the mystery, intrigue, excitement and longing that are strong foundations for desire and eroticism.  Hence why it is so important to find ways of keeping the excitement alive in our relationship.  In Part 1 of The 5 Ways to Reignite the Fire in Long-Term Relationships we spoke of...

We often expect our partner to be both our best friend and erotic partner. But these two needs often push against each other.  On the one hand, we need security, safety, familiarity and predictability and a safe haven and secure base. But we also need adventure, unpredictability, mystery and surprise which is what ⛽️fuels sexual energy! Join us, your hosts and coaching and therapist duo T&A -Tara and André as we discuss desire in relationships in Part one of: The 5 Ways to REIGNITE...

Whenever you try something new, you’re bound to make some mistakes or literally “step in it” as you try to figure out what to do and not to do. This is especially the case when there are people, relationships and feelings involved - like when you’re navigating the complexities of polyamorous relationships which requires a unique set of skills, insights and things to consider. In this podcast episode, we discuss the essential essential ✅ Do's and 🛑 Don'ts of Polyamory - from parking your ego...

Our individual attachment style influences how we react when we experience separation, threat, or pressure in a relationship. This can look like being perfectly fine to being clingy, impulsive, to overwhelmed or pushing others away.  Opening a relationship or becoming polyamorous can activate our primary (or default/dominant) attachment style and patterns, especially if they are one of the 3 insecure styles. In this episode we explore attachment theory in the context of consensual...

It’s one thing to find yourself in a place where you feel that monogamy may not be a fit for you, but a whole other thing to figure out what exactly is. In this episode of the Let’s Talk Polyamory podcast we walk through the different styles of consensually non-monogamy from monogamish, swinging and open relationships, to polyamory, relationship anarchy and everything in between. We uncover the nuances and possibilities within each style helping you navigate your personal journey of finding...

Are you exploring consensual non-monogamy (CNM) and finding yourself overwhelmed by the tide of tough emotions? Perhaps you constantly feel like you're putting out the latest emotional fire, and being polyamorous or in an open relationship isn't unfolding quite as you had imagined. There’s heartaches, self-doubt, arguments, jealousy, frustration and more. If any of these resonate with you, this episode on ⭐️HOW TO SUCCEED AS A POLY NEWBIE⭐️ is just for you! In this episode, we delve...

Have you every been to a sex party or lifestyle event, wanted to host one yourself or just curious about what they are all about? If that's a yes for you, you'll ❤️ love this episode: Sex Parties 101: A Guide to Being the Best Host and a Great Guest! Coming 🔥 hot off the heels of our latest party, in this episode we share: what we did to plan and host the party  The dos and don’ts as a host and guest what we felt really worked well what others liked about the party Topics we cover...

Mistakes in relationships are common, but do they have you feeling"poly-frightened"? You know... the jealousy, self-doubt and frustration ... that throbbing pain in your chest and the intense overwhelming feeling that you just aren't going to figure out how to make your open or polyamorous relationship work? And that you'll make the same mistakes over and over again? You're not alone. We've faced these things as have so many others! In this week's episode, we delve into a topic that many...

In this episode, we dive deep into the complex yet rewarding world of polyamory exploring the challenges of jealousy and the intoxicating allure of New Relationship Energy (NRE). Join us as we unpack strategies and insights on fostering open communication to navigate these emotional landscapes and strengthen your polyamorous relationships. Your hosts T&A, coaching and therapy team Tara & André share their experiences and practical advice on identifying and addressing jealousy,...

It's a very common story, you excitedly open up an existing relationship, decide transitions to polyamory or explore swinging and feel more LIMITED than you would have expected. And much less pleasure and desire than you fantasized about! In this podcast episode we share the exact 5 steps you can take to shift from relationships filled with LIMITATIONS to ones where you feel  🌈LIBERATED and ❤️ LOVED and where your needs, wants and desires are met! Understand what's limiting you. Live...

Have you ever wondered how open relationships work and if non-monogamy is for you? In this first episode of the Let's Talk Polyamory Podcast with T&A we give you the down low on everything you need to know to begin in consensual non-monogamy including the essential questions you need to ask yourself before diving in as well as the the different types of relationship styles out there, from dipping your toes in and being monogamish, to swinging, polyamory, relationship anarchy and...