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Making Polyamory Work

Grounded in reality and untamed honesty, Libby Sinback tackles the hard questions about how to create and maintain authentic, loving and healthy nonmonogamous relationships.

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00:53:41

This May Be a Bitter Pill

Making Polyamory Work ·

2022/02/08

Sometimes in our relationships we reach a point where something needs to change or it just won't work for us. But is that even possible? Or do you have to break up? Libby goes over two losing strategies that a lot of people try when they want something different from their partner than what they're getting, and offers what she believes is a better way to get what youwant. -------------------- Find Libby on the web: https://libbysinback.com --- Send in a voice message:

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00:33:06

When is it Okay to Have a One P*nis Policy?

Making Polyamory Work ·

2022/01/25

By listener request, Libby talks about the one p*nis policy and why it's not a great idea (and the one time it's okay.) CN: language. Libby uses several words for the male genitalia on this episode. -------------------- RECOMMENDED READING For the Love of Men by Liz Plank The Will to Change by bell hooks I Don't Wanna Talk About It by Terrence Real Playing Fair by Pepper Mint Find Libby on the web: https://libbysinback.com --- Send in a voice message:

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00:14:41

Getting Closure

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/12/14

In her recent workshop Break Up Better, Libby answers a question from a participant: "How can I get the other person to own their part to help with closure [after a breakup]?" -------------------------- The Break Up Better Workshop is still available! You can purchase the recording here: https://libbysinback.com/break-up-better/ Find Libby on the web: https://libbysinback.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

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00:22:17

The Great Divide with Terry Real

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/11/29

Libby has special guest Terry Real join her on the show to talk about how patriarchy does its work on our relationships, even for those of us who choose to do things differently. ---------------------- Terry Real's website: https://terryreal.com ---------------------- Find Libby on the web: https://libbysinback.com Sign up for Breaking Up Better: https://libbysinback.com/break-up-better/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

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00:27:37

A Rule is just a Bad Agreement

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/11/23

Libby blows up the idea that there is any difference between rules and agreements and offers some alternative ways to communicate and negotiate needs in polyamorous relationships. ------------------------- Break Up Better Workshop on November 30 at 7:30 PM: https://libbysinback.com/break-up-better/ Find Libby on the web: https://libbysinback.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

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00:24:42

Coming Out

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/11/15

Libby shares her best tips for coming out as polyamorous, mostly hard won through her own coming out mishaps. ------------------------- Break Up Better Workshop on November 30 at 7:30 PM: https://libbysinback.com/break-up-better/ Find Libby on the web: https://libbysinback.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

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00:31:48

Who's it for?

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/11/08

In this episode, Libby outlines 3 different scenarios in which it's unclear who is the giver and who is the receiver, and how to use a magical tool called the Wheel of Consent to help answer this question. Betty Martin's website: https://bettymartin.org/ The Wheel of Consent: https://bettymartin.org/videos/ --------------------------------- Find Libby on the web: https://libbysinback.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

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00:31:40

The Holiday Minefield

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/11/01

Libby reviews some of the biggest challenges that can show up around the holiday season when you're non-monogamous and how to navigate them without exploding an already stressful season. ------------------------ Kathy Labriola on Polyam Holidays: https://www.kathylabriola.com/articles/poly-holiday-tips Elisabeth Sheff on not coming out during the holidays: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/201612/poly-the-holidays ------------------------ The Relational Nonmonogamy

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00:39:56

My Partner is Having a Mental Health Crisis

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/10/25

On this episode, Libby is joined by Mel Cassidy of Radical Relationship Coaching to discuss a question from a listener about how to navigate polyamory when a partner is struggling with their mental health. Visit Mel on the web: http://radicalrelationshipcoaching.ca/ ---------------------------------------- Find Libby on the web: https://libbysinback.com Join the Relational Nonmonogamy Circle: https://libbysinback.com/rnmc/ --- Send in a voice message:

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00:11:00

Responding to Shitty Feedback

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/10/18

In this episode, Libby talks about how to respond when someone you love gives you feedback from a hurtful, attacking or otherwise unhelpful place. -------------------------------- Find Libby on the web at https://libbysinback.com Join the Relational Nonmonogamy Circle at http://relationalnonmonogamy.com Sign up for a free coaching session at https://libbysinback.com/apply --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

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00:34:35

The Most Important Phase of a Relationship

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/10/11

In this episode, Libby discusses the 6 phases of relationships, and the one that she thinks is the most important, and most often overlooked. ------------------------ Find Libby on the web at https://libbysinback.com Join the Relational Nonmonogamy Circle at http://relationalnonmonogamy.com Sign up for a free coaching session at https://libbysinback.com/apply --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

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00:06:15

I'm Baaaaaaack

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/10/09

After an unexpectedly long hiatus, Making Polyamory Work returns. [To sign up for the Relational Nonmonogamy Circle, go to http://relationalnonmonogamy.com] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

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00:41:07

Discovering Your Queerness

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/05/28

Libby invites her best friend Mara on the podcast to answer a listener who recently discovered they were queer. Libby and Mara what it was like for them to realize you're queer later in life. ------------------------ MORE READING FOR YOU: Bisexual vs. Pansexual: https://www.minus18.org.au/articles/what's-the-difference-between-bisexual-and-pansexual Does Being Polyamorous Mean that You're Queer Belong:

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00:29:50

Being Asked to Step Back

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/05/06

This episode welcomes a special guest, Mary Thuell, to answer a listener question about being asked to put her relationship on pause so her partner can work things out in their nested relationship. Mary and Libby share their thoughts and experiences with this situation. -------------------- SHOW LINKS She's a Polyamorous Sunday School Teacher:

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00:23:12

Say Thank You to Your Jealousy

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/05/02

Libby shares one way she likes to handle jealousy - say thank you to it? -------------------------- OTHER GREAT RESOURCES ON JEALOUSY The Jealousy Workbook: Insights and Techniques for Managing Open Relationships by Kathy Labriola The Jealousy Survival Guide by Kitty Chambliss Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott -------------------------- Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com --- Send in a voice message:

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00:40:57

What if My Partner's Other Relationship is Abusive?

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/03/29

Libby invites Shannon Perez-Darby to answer a listener question about what to do when you're in a relationship with someone who is in what appears to be an abusive relationship. CN: abuse, domestic violence ---------------- SHOW NOTES National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/ (or call 1-800-799-SAFE) Shannon Perez-Darby: https://www.shannonperezdarby.com/ Resources for Accountability and Transformative Justice and Supporting Safer Communities:

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00:14:45

Nobody Wants to Be a Wet Blanket

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/03/18

In this episode, Libby introduces an unusually effective tool for combatting overconfidence without ruining the fun when you're in the throes of new relationship energy. ----------------- SHOW LINKS Freakonomics Episode on Failure: https://freakonomics.com/podcast/failure-is-your-friend-a-new-freakonomics-radio-podcast/ ----------------- Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com --- Send in a voice message:

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00:39:39

Will the Kids Be Alright?

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/02/08

Finally an episode on polyamorous parenting. Libby shares her take. -------------------------------- SHOW LINKS How to Talk so Kids Will Listen & Listen so Kids Will Talk: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/769016.How_to_Talk_So_Kids_Will_Listen_Listen_So_Kids_Will_Talk Untamed: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52129515-untamed On Disruption: https://anchor.fm/makingpolywork/episodes/When-Life-is-Turned-Upside-Down-ecpob2 Slow Down to Break Up:

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00:36:14

Did You Miss Me?

Making Polyamory Work ·

2021/01/14

In this episode, Libby talks about the gift of time apart. ------------------ Esther Perel: Sex Needs Space - https://www.huffpost.com/entry/sex-needs-space_b_136540 ----------------- Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

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00:30:56

What's Wonderful

Making Polyamory Work ·

2020/12/02

In this episode, Libby offers ways to create a culture of appreciation within your relationship, and why that is important, but also how it can sometimes be hard. ------------------------------- SHOW LINKS The Gottman Institute on a Culture of Appreciation: https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/06/happily-ever-after/372573/ I Appreciate... Exercise: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ofEdpMG8KqhPvS0vj6hWWucTfEZdxqHvvJkydmbVuJU/edit?usp=sharing ----------------------------------- Find

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