The Polyamory Handbook: A User's Guide

By Peter J. Benson

Book Overview

You've probably heard of polyamory-expanded loving relationships, done openly and honestly. Maybe you ve had caring feelings for someone else even though you love your spouse or partner as deeply as always. Maybe you're single; you want a committed relationship with someone; but you don t want to give up the freedom to date others with integrity. Maybe you and your spouse or partner already live a polyamorous lifestyle but sometimes you aren't sure how to proceed. Maybe the two of you would like to bring a third partner, or more, into your hearts and home as a triad, quad, etc., but you aren't sure how to go about it. Maybe you are already a family of three, four, or more, but the complex interpersonal dynamics threaten to overwhelm you. In these pages you'll find guidance about- what polyamory is and is not; communication, conflict resolution, and emotional growth; ethical considerations; sexual hygiene; children; wills, discrimination, and legal hassles; and much more. Whether you are well experienced with polyamory, or new at it, or curious about it, you'll find answers here, all conveniently arranged in numbered sections for easy reference. The author has had many decades of experience living various forms of polyamory, including in a multi-adult household, in a polyamorous couple, and as a secondary. He is co-founder of three local polyamory groups and has led workshops at various polyamory conferences.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1434373444
• ISBN13: 9781434373441
• Release Date: March 2008
• Publisher: Authorhouse
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Outstanding Resource

My wife and I have found this book to be such a great reference and it truly is written as a handbook to the adventures that polyamory may bring. It helps the reader(s) understand the beauty and complexity of multi-person relationships and helps lay out fundamental ideas that anyone new to this adventure of love should be aware of. The discussion that we have had regarding the material have been outstanding and it has help us work with our secondary relationship to bring forth a safe, wonderfully fun, love focused environment. If your thinking about a poly lifestyle this book is a must read - If your wondering how the other side walks this is a total must read -- If you are looking to expand the love and light in your life and really are looking to feel more confident and compassionate you really really should give it a read -- even if you chose mono over poly... LoveHarmonyBlessing

Very Practical

Wonderful book. Well written, practical advice, interesting read. Very helpful and informative. Also has ideas for relationship agreements, problem solving in arguments, and great resources. Thank you for writing this book Peter Benson!