Would you be open to a non-monogamous relationship?

I voted yes. Personally, if and when I decide to start dating, I will be looking for monogamy, probably, to be honest. BUUT, I will not be close minded to the idea of a polyamorous relationship. I've often thought it is possible for three people to fall in love with one another, and I would definitely be open minded to a tri-union like this.

This is why I am for polyamorous marriage. But not the kind where it's one old man and 10 child-brides. The kind where it's built on mutual love and sexual attraction (though, the latter isn't always necessary) between all partners involved.

So, yes : if I ever have a partner I would like one that is open minded and open to a non-monogamous relationship if that's where the road takes us. I'm a free bird, that way

 

No. My man will be mine and only mine. Everyone else need not apply.

 

This.

 

No, I'm not interested in dating people who want to cheat. (which is basically what open relationships are, approved cheating)

 

If all parties involved are alright with the idea so no one is hurt then I see no problem with it. Personally I don't see myself going for that sort of thing but its understandable.

 

I often think about it because I am not sexually active and chances are my next bf will be. So, I wouldn't be able to be sexually intimate, and it's a heavy burden for someone with basic urges to date someone who is abstinent.

I think I'd be open to them finding the release somewhere else.

The risk that comes with that is the possibility of them finding someone they're romantically attracted to who has no qualms about sex. Then, what would be the point of being with me? If they could find their cake and eat it too.

Bleh. That's why I picked "I'm not sure."

 

Meh, if my partner wants to be in a Sexual relationship with someone else, I suppose , so long as that person is sexually monogamous to my partner, they practice safe sex, etc. I do not want AIDS, thank you very much.

 

No, I feel too jealous and protective over a partner when I have one, I wouldn't be able to share them with another. Other than jealousy and wanting them to myself, I'd probably be okay with it. And I understand if others wanted to be in a polygamous relationship. ^.^

 

I would never want to be the one with two sexual partners. I'd feel guilty. But if my future boyfriend wants to, I might be open to that, although I'd be worried I'd feel like he loved me less.

 

I voted Yes. sexually only. Because I think it is possible for me to accomplish this, but I'm not sure if I could handle a polygamous relationship of sexual and emotional connections.

In reference to the issues one has to face in a polygamous relationship. One is being scared or feeling like oneself is the least loved or respected, basically feeling left out or less.
Also, everybody has to handle well their times so as to not leaving aside anyone.

I agree, cheating is when one person doesn't know what's going on. If it is consensual it means everybody in the relationship knows and is happy with what's going on, if not, it's not polygamy.

 

Only open to non-monogamy. Not sure which kind of arrangement I'll end up in.

 

Open relationships just weird me out. I like the idea of growing old with one guy, it feels more special. But whatever works for you.

 

This. x100

 

I want to be their only, and and they'll be my only. So no.

 

No; while I understand polyamory and can understand why it would work for others (I actually wrote a paper on the topic), I do not think I would be able to handle it. I've never been in a relationship myself, but I do get somewhat envious when a close friend of mine feels the need to widen her social circle. I feel like I may be replaced. If I have an issue like that with just a friend, I certainly wouldn't be able to stay in an open relationship. If I wasn't so insecure, maybe.

 

I tried it and it's just not for me. I've come to think of monogamy and non-monogamy as being another layer of sexual orientation. Some people are born one way and some are born the other, you can TRY to change from your natural mono/poly orientation but I haven't seen much long term success in that realm.

 

Yes thanks, I've just re read the code of conduct as says no torrent file :bang:. Both posts deleted.

Well If you are interested you can watch it. It's a Spanish movie on the subject of polygamy called The sex of the Angels.