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Swinging and polyamory are two types of open relationships, but there are so many more ways to explore being open! Whether you call it Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) or Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM), being in an open relationship can present different challenges for all the partners involved. Discover how to go from monogamy to an open relationship, how to talk to your partner about swinging and open relationships, what the swinging lifestyle and open lifestyles are really like, and much more. Whether you're a newbie to open relationships or a veteran ethical non-monogamist, you'll find resources to guide you.
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Performance Anxiety in The Swinging Lifestyle: How Men Can Cope
How can men manage pressure and deepen pleasure in the swinging lifestyle? Read on!
Inside the Swinging Lifestyle: Q&A with That Other Lifestyle
How to navigate the swinging lifestyle, with a focus on consent, etiquette, community, and real-world dynamics beyond the bedroom.
The Checkmate Manhattan Experience: Beyond The Velvet Ropes
One lucky couple gives their firsthand account of a night at one of New York City’s most exclusive swingers’ clubs that was so amazing, they sought a repeat performance the following night.
The Role of Aftercare in Swinging: Why Debriefing Matters
The secret that makes swinging work and keeps swinger couples connected is easier to do than you think.
Cap d'Agde Desires, What’s in the Box, and How to Small Talk
Do you talk about your desires before going to a swingers club or swingers event? In this episode, Cate and Darrell share what they hope for at Cap d'Agde, a swingers mecca in France.
From Mild to Wild: Caliente’s Spicy Lifestyle
The bare truth about one of the world’s hottest clothing-optional destinations.
10 Swinging Tips For Single Men in the Lifestyle
A roadmap for single men ready to navigate and stand out in the swinging lifestyle.
Sexual Trauma and the Swinger Lifestyle: What You Need to Know
How can sexual past sexual trauma impact your or your partners' lifestyle journey? In this very important episode, Cate talks to a counselor! A must-listen for all lifestylers.
How Can Single Men Meet Swinger Couples?
9 tips for single guys in the lifestyle to connect with swinger couples.
Swinging in Iceland: Where Desire Meets Northern Fire
An intimate exploration of Iceland’s understated swinging culture.
Newbie Swingers: How to Enter the Swinging Lifestyle
Learning how to own your swinging debut and swing smoothly and safely.
Your First Swingers Party: What to Expect
Everything you need to know before you walk through the door.
Sexual Health in The Swinging Lifestyle
Balancing passion and protection is key for long-term swinger pleasure!
Swinging in Cap d’Agde: Inside the Naturist Village
The French coast’s most liberated escape, revealed.
Swinging in France: Desire, Discretion, and Libertine Freedom
Uncover the elegant pulse of France’s modern swinger lifestyle scene.
Soft Swap vs. Full Swap: What’s the Difference?
Learn how soft swapping and full swapping work in the swinging lifestyle.
Cap d’Agde 101: Where Naturism and Swinging Meet
One of the sexiest destinations in Europe, Cap d’Agde lets you explore how naturism and the swinging lifestyle mix in this one-of-a-kind destination.
Offense vs. Defense: The Game Playing Out in Relationships
What if relationship growth didn’t have to come from conflict or repair? This article unpacks the idea of offense vs. defense in relationships, using a real retreat insight to explore how proactive care, intentional connection, and ongoing maintenance can deepen intimacy — particularly within ethical non-monogamy.
Swinging in Paris: Inside the City of Light’s Lifestyle Scene
In Paris’s after-hours landscape, attraction and opportunity for open-minded swingers are always ready to unfold.
Exploring Intimacy Beyond Monogamy: A Candid Discussion
Adam and Pris discuss anticipation versus experience, funny incidents at lifestyle events, heartfelt lessons on inclusivity, and more.