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How to Balance Feelings and Fun in Non-monogamy

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In this enlightening episode of the OpenLove101 podcast, hosts John and Jackie Melfi address a thought-provoking question from a viewer about managing emotions as an external play partner in an open relationship. With their 20+ years of combined experience in open relationships, they offer valuable insights on maintaining boundaries while acknowledging natural human emotions. The hosts discuss the challenges of a play partner who has been in a relationship for 1.5 years with strict rules about emotional involvement, and explore whether it's truly possible to maintain a purely physical connection over an extended period. John and Jackie emphasize the importance of honest communication and the natural development of feelings in any human interaction. Key Topics Discussed: 🕒 0:00 - Introduction to Open Love 101 podcast 🗣️ 0:40 - John introduces a viewer question about being an external play partner 💬 2:21 - Discussion about communication being key in any relationship 💭 4:41 - Can relationships truly exist without emotions? 🔄 8:02 - The challenges of separating emotions from physical relationships 🛣️ 11:16 - Common boundaries in new open relationships 🤝 13:06 - Advice on having honest conversations with partners Whether you're new to consensual non-monogamy or a seasoned practitioner, this episode provides thoughtful perspectives on managing emotions and relationships in the lifestyle. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to our channel for more insights on open relationships and the swinger lifestyle. Share your thoughts or questions in the comments below! Visit openlove101.com to learn more about open relationships and join our email list for updates on new content.

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Content provided by John & Jackie Melfi and Jackie Melfi. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by John & Jackie Melfi and Jackie Melfi or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this enlightening episode of the OpenLove101 podcast, hosts John and Jackie Melfi address a thought-provoking question from a viewer about managing emotions as an external play partner in an open relationship. With their 20+ years of combined experience in open relationships, they offer valuable insights on maintaining boundaries while acknowledging natural human emotions. The hosts discuss the challenges of a play partner who has been in a relationship for 1.5 years with strict rules about emotional involvement, and explore whether it's truly possible to maintain a purely physical connection over an extended period. John and Jackie emphasize the importance of honest communication and the natural development of feelings in any human interaction. Key Topics Discussed: 🕒 0:00 - Introduction to Open Love 101 podcast 🗣️ 0:40 - John introduces a viewer question about being an external play partner 💬 2:21 - Discussion about communication being key in any relationship 💭 4:41 - Can relationships truly exist without emotions? 🔄 8:02 - The challenges of separating emotions from physical relationships 🛣️ 11:16 - Common boundaries in new open relationships 🤝 13:06 - Advice on having honest conversations with partners Whether you're new to consensual non-monogamy or a seasoned practitioner, this episode provides thoughtful perspectives on managing emotions and relationships in the lifestyle. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to our channel for more insights on open relationships and the swinger lifestyle. Share your thoughts or questions in the comments below! Visit openlove101.com to learn more about open relationships and join our email list for updates on new content.

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