We Gotta Thing - Exploring Non-Monogamy

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Episode 103: Facing First-Timer Fears at Desire Resorts Dec 21, 2022

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Listen in as our event guests discuss working through their individual fears, anxieties and challenges at a clothing optional resort during our week together at Desire Pearl Resort just south of Cancun, Mexico.

Episode 102: You Gotta Own Your Own Sh*t Nov 07, 2022

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We sit down with four of our lifestyle friends and share real stories about what it's like to experience hurt feelings during an event and how to dissect, debrief, discover and confront the root cause of the issue.

As much as it hurts sometimes, we discuss why we think it's important to work through the issues together in order to experience personal growth and strengthen our relationships.

Episode 101: Deal Breakers Oct 13, 2022

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We discuss four distinct behaviors we consider to be deal breakers to moving forward and possibly making new lifestyle friends and connecting with potential play partners.

Sharing opinions on politics, religion or other emotionally charged topics
Being closed minded or judgmental toward others
Being 'tone deaf,' or not being able to read the room
Trying too hard to make something happen

What do you think? What behaviors do you consider to be deal breakers?

Episode 100: Are You Willing to Put in the Hard Work? Aug 31, 2022

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Finding your tribe, making lifelong friends, connecting for sexy playtime and growing your primary relationship are just a few ways to define 'success' in the lifestyle.

Many may mistakenly believe you can just fill out a profile and 'show up' to quickly enjoy these benefits. We have learned that just like in life, you must both put in the hard work over a period of time to experience all the lifestyle has to offer.

Are you ready to put in the hard work? We believe the reward is worth the effort!

Episode 99: Harnessing That New Relationship Energy Jul 31, 2022

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New Relationship Energy (NRE) is that sexual buzz we feel when we first meet and connect with a couple or individual. We discuss navigating this heightened state of emotional and sexual feelings by processing it, understanding it, keeping it in perspective and responding to it in a healthy way.

NRE can feel scary and risky but we believe if it's understood and managed well it can provide a super charged experience and be very meaningful (and a whole lot of fun) for all involved.

Episode 98: The Need for Lifestyle Community Jun 21, 2022

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As the idea and exploration of consensual non-monogamy continues to grow we have noticed the need for organized community. The different flavors and diverse approaches means that one size does not fit all needs.

We invited our friends Fin and Emma from the Normalizing Non-monogamy podcast to chat with us about their community and how the four of us see how communites are forming and how to find the one that fits you best.

Here are a few communities to explore:

Episode 97: Our Thing Might Not Be Your Thing May 25, 2022

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To quote Mrs Jones, "we should be an example and not a blueprint." It may seem natural to adapt our 'thing' into your lifestyle journey but that could be a mistake. Giving yourselves an opportunity to create and refine your own 'thing' while learning from the examples of others in the lifestyle can be liberating and exciting.

Episode 96: Non-Monogamy Coaching by Expansive Connection Apr 24, 2022

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Catherine (one of our favorite humans) and her team from Expansive Connection join us to discuss how they have created a unique method of coaching non-monogamous people!

Not only do they offer a 'judgment free' zone but they bring their certified credentials and experience in the lifestyle. Learn more about what an experience will be like with Catherine and Expansive Connection below.

Expansive Connection

Expansive Connection in the We Gotta Thing Community

NNM Enneagram Episode 1

NNM Enneagram Episode 2

NNM Enneagram Episode 3

NNM with Catherine

Episode 95: The Lifestyle IS Real Life Mar 30, 2022

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We often hear couples suggest they are taking a break from the lifestyle due to 'real life' issues. We also hear some say that 'real life' is getting in the way of their lifestyle activities. In this episode we share some very personal news and explain why we believe the lifestyle IS real life and the two can successfully co-exist.

Episode 94: Is it Jealousy or Envy? Feb 16, 2022

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Have you experienced lifestyle play partners getting a little upset when you choose to spend time with others? How about hard feelings when one of you seems to be enjoying the lifestyle more than the other?

Some use the term 'jealous' when these things happen but we'd like to dive a little deeper and talk about why we use the the word envy as opposed to jealousy.

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