In a compelling interview with Sarah Stuteville, a therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ and non-monogamous relationships, she explores the concept of consensual non-monogamy as a practice that enables individuals to form multiple intimate connections with the full consent of all partners. Stuteville distinguishes between hierarchical and anarchic non-monogamy, illustrating how these frameworks affect relationship dynamics. She emphasizes the importance of autonomy and community in creating relationships that step outside societal constraints, highlighting diverse arrangements like chosen family bonds that redefine what family means in a non-monogamous context.
Non-monogamy, especially consensual non-monogamy, challenges cultural norms by allowing individuals to engage in multiple intimate relationships with the full consent of all involved parties. My approach centers on looking beyond the restrictive relationship models traditionally defined by society.
In discussing hierarchical versus anarchic non-monogamy, we uncover how autonomy, responsibility, and interdependence can manifest differently depending on how individuals choose to structure their relationships. Hierarchical relationships might prioritize certain connections over others, while anarchic polyamory embraces more fluid relationships without prescribed hierarchies.
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