Negotiating Non-Monogamy Non-monogamy, in its many forms (polyamory, open relationships, relationship anarchy, etc.), is built on a fundamental principle: negotiation. Unlike monogamy, where relationship rules are often implicit and largely dictated by social norms, non-monogamy requires explicit communication and clear agreements between partners. But how can one successfully negotiate an open relationship without falling into common pitfalls? From a sexologist’s