Libby offers an uncomfortable but necessary reality check: love alone doesn't conquer all.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Libby offers an uncomfortable but necessary reality check: love alone doesn't conquer all.--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

The Heart Wants What it Wants

Maybe you know the joke, maybe you don't, but showing up for a second date with a uhaul can be risky. In this episode, Libby goes over why she thinks cohabiting during the new relationship energy (NRE) phase might not be the best idea, and what to do instead.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Maybe you know the joke, maybe you don't, but showing up for a second date with a uhaul can be risky. In this episode, Libby goes over why she thinks cohabiting during the new relationship energy (NRE) phase might not be the best idea, and what to do instead.--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Uhauling

We all carry stories with us about who we are, our place in the world, how others will see us, and what's possible for our lives. Some of these stories are stories we like, some are stories we want to write a new ending to. But did you know that try as you might to change the story, there's an invisible force that may be acting on you that might sabotage your efforts? In this episode, Libby talks about how your very own brain can stop you from changing your story, and some ideas for what you can do about that. Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain by Lisa Feldman Barrett: https://bookshop.org/a/91754/9780358645597  Juliane Taylor Shore: https://www.cleariskind.com/  Implicit memory and memory reconsolidation: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10615-020-00754-z--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

We all carry stories with us about who we are, our place in the world, how others will see us, and what's possible for our lives. Some of these stories are stories we like, some are stories we want to write a new ending to. But did you know that try as you might to change the story, there's an invisible force that may be acting on you that might sabotage your efforts? In this episode, Libby talks about how your very own brain can stop you from changing your story, and some ideas for what you can do about that. Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain by Lisa Feldman Barrett: <a href="https://bookshop.org/a/91754/9780358645597" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bookshop.org/a/91754/9780358645597</a> Juliane Taylor Shore: <a href="https://www.cleariskind.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cleariskind.com/</a> Implicit memory and memory reconsolidation: <a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10615-020-00754-z" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10615-020-00754-z</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

What’s Your Story?

Do you sometimes use doing "the right" or "good' things as an excuse to then turn around and do "bad" or "selfish" things? There's a name for this - it's called moral licensing, and it may not just be messing up your goals, but possibly your relationships.   The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonagal: https://bookshop.org/a/91754/9781583335086  Article on Moral Licensing: https://www.businessinsider.com/what-moral-licensing-means-2017-11  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Do you sometimes use doing "the right" or "good' things as an excuse to then turn around and do "bad" or "selfish" things? There's a name for this - it's called moral licensing, and it may not just be messing up your goals, but possibly your relationships. The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonagal: <a href="https://bookshop.org/a/91754/9781583335086" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bookshop.org/a/91754/9781583335086</a> Article on Moral Licensing: <a href="https://www.nirandfar.com/the-strange-way-good-habits-hurt-your-willpower/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.businessinsider.com/what-moral-licensing-means-2017-11</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Revoke Your Moral License

In Part 2, Polysecure author, Jessica Fern and Libby talk about a very specific arrangement that relates to privacy/secrecy: the Don't Ask, Don't Tell (DADT) relationship. Together they discuss why you might want a DADT arrangement, when it can work, and when it might not. Polysecure books: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-complete-polysecure-bundle-jessica-fern/19677933  Southwest Lovefest (use code 'go slow' for 10% off): https://www.swlovefest.com/events/southwest-love-fest-2023--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

In Part 2, Polysecure author, Jessica Fern and Libby talk about a very specific arrangement that relates to privacy/secrecy: the Don't Ask, Don't Tell (DADT) relationship. Together they discuss why you might want a DADT arrangement, when it can work, and when it might not. Polysecure books: <a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-complete-polysecure-bundle-jessica-fern/19677933" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-complete-polysecure-bundle-jessica-fern/19677933</a> Southwest Lovefest (use code 'go slow' for 10% off): <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/events/southwest-love-fest-2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.swlovefest.com/events/southwest-love-fest-2023</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Don't Ask, Don't Tell with Jessica Fern (Part 2)

Polysecure author, Jessica Fern joins Libby to talk about a much-asked for topic, Privacy, Secrecy and Transparency. Together they share their own experiences, what they've learned, and how they advise people to handle sharing information. It can be tricky, but there are ways to make it easier! Polysecure books: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-complete-polysecure-bundle-jessica-fern/19677933  Southwest Lovefest (use code 'go slow' for 10% off): https://www.swlovefest.com/events/southwest-love-fest-2023--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Polysecure author, Jessica Fern joins Libby to talk about a much-asked for topic, Privacy, Secrecy and Transparency. Together they share their own experiences, what they've learned, and how they advise people to handle sharing information. It can be tricky, but there are ways to make it easier! Polysecure books: <a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-complete-polysecure-bundle-jessica-fern/19677933" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-complete-polysecure-bundle-jessica-fern/19677933</a> Southwest Lovefest (use code 'go slow' for 10% off): <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/events/southwest-love-fest-2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.swlovefest.com/events/southwest-love-fest-2023</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Privacy, Secrecy, and Transparency with Jessica Fern (Part 1)

Libby shares one of her favorite tools for owning your ish when you mess up with someone you care about. Southwest Lovefest (use code 'go slow' for 10% off): https://www.swlovefest.com/events/southwest-love-fest-2023--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Libby shares one of her favorite tools for owning your ish when you mess up with someone you care about. Southwest Lovefest (use code 'go slow' for 10% off): <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/events/southwest-love-fest-2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.swlovefest.com/events/southwest-love-fest-2023</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

The Ladder of Accountability

Jackson Kendall

Chaneè and Libby answer a question from a listener who identifies as asexual who asked about non-sexual polyamorous relationships. Chaneè identifies as almost-megasexual, Libby identifies as greyace/demisexual, so you can imagine that it is a RICH conversation. They talk about nonsexual partnerships, chosen family, grief, vulnerability and choosing the love that you want for your life. This one is not to be missed! Amatonormativity: https://elizabethbrake.com/amatonormativity  Relationship Smorgasbord: https://www.instagram.com/p/CS9n8mqL4ys/?hl=en  Southwest Lovefest (use code 'go slow' for 10% off):   Find Chaneè on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaneespeaks/  The Intentional Polyamory Cohort: https://intentionalpolyamory.netlify.app/  Schedule time with Chaneè: https://calendly.com/ChaneeSpeaks--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Chaneè and Libby answer a question from a listener who identifies as asexual who asked about non-sexual polyamorous relationships. Chaneè identifies as almost-megasexual, Libby identifies as greyace/demisexual, so you can imagine that it is a RICH conversation. They talk about nonsexual partnerships, chosen family, grief, vulnerability and choosing the love that you want for your life. This one is not to be missed! Amatonormativity: <a href="https://elizabethbrake.com/amatonormativity" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://elizabethbrake.com/amatonormativity</a> Relationship Smorgasbord: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CS9n8mqL4ys/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/p/CS9n8mqL4ys/?hl=en</a> Southwest Lovefest (use code 'go slow' for 10% off):   Find Chaneè on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chaneespeaks/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/chaneespeaks/</a> The Intentional Polyamory Cohort: <a href="https://intentionalpolyamory.netlify.app/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://intentionalpolyamory.netlify.app/</a> Schedule time with Chaneè: <a href="https://calendly.com/ChaneeSpeaks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://calendly.com/ChaneeSpeaks</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

What if We Don't Have Sex? With Chaneè Jackson Kendall

In part 2 of Libby's conversation with Akilah Riley-Richardson, Akilah shares her PRIDE model for supporting couples who are working to create safety and resilience in their relationships. Akilah's website: https://akilahrileyrichardson.com/  Relational Privilege and Sytemic Trauma Course: https://therapywisdom.com/relational-privilege-and-systemic-trauma/ Resmaa Menekem: My Grandmother's Hands: https://bookshop.org/p/books/my-grandmother-s-hands-racialized-trauma-and-the-pathway-to-mending-our-hearts-and-bodies-resmaa-menakem/6454227  Eduardo Duran: Healing the Soul Wound: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/1200619 Southwest Love Fest (use code "goslow" for 10% off!): https://www.swlovefest.com/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

In part 2 of Libby's conversation with Akilah Riley-Richardson, Akilah shares her PRIDE model for supporting couples who are working to create safety and resilience in their relationships. Akilah's website: <a href="https://akilahrileyrichardson.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://akilahrileyrichardson.com/</a> Relational Privilege and Sytemic Trauma Course: <a href="https://therapywisdom.com/relational-privilege-and-systemic-trauma/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://therapywisdom.com/relational-privilege-and-systemic-trauma/</a> Resmaa Menekem: My Grandmother's Hands: <a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/my-grandmother-s-hands-racialized-trauma-and-the-pathway-to-mending-our-hearts-and-bodies-resmaa-menakem/6454227" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bookshop.org/p/books/my-grandmother-s-hands-racialized-trauma-and-the-pathway-to-mending-our-hearts-and-bodies-resmaa-menakem/6454227</a> Eduardo Duran: Healing the Soul Wound: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/1200619" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/1200619</a> Southwest Love Fest (use code "goslow" for 10% off!): <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.swlovefest.com/</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Relational Privilege with Akilah Riley-Richardson Part 2

In this episode, Libby talks with couples therapist and trauma specialist Akilah Riley-Richardson about relational privilege and how essential it is to create safety in order to find intimacy. (Part 1 of 2) Akilah's website: https://akilahrileyrichardson.com/  Relational Privilege and Sytemic Trauma Course: https://therapywisdom.com/relational-privilege-and-systemic-trauma/  Resmaa Menekem: My Grandmother's Hands: https://bookshop.org/p/books/my-grandmother-s-hands-racialized-trauma-and-the-pathway-to-mending-our-hearts-and-bodies-resmaa-menakem/6454227  Southwest Love Fest (use code "goslow" for 10% off!): https://www.swlovefest.com/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

In this episode, Libby talks with couples therapist and trauma specialist Akilah Riley-Richardson about relational privilege and how essential it is to create safety in order to find intimacy. (Part 1 of 2) Akilah's website: <a href="https://akilahrileyrichardson.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://akilahrileyrichardson.com/</a> Relational Privilege and Sytemic Trauma Course: <a href="https://therapywisdom.com/relational-privilege-and-systemic-trauma/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://therapywisdom.com/relational-privilege-and-systemic-trauma/</a> Resmaa Menekem: My Grandmother's Hands: <a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/my-grandmother-s-hands-racialized-trauma-and-the-pathway-to-mending-our-hearts-and-bodies-resmaa-menakem/6454227" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bookshop.org/p/books/my-grandmother-s-hands-racialized-trauma-and-the-pathway-to-mending-our-hearts-and-bodies-resmaa-menakem/6454227</a> Southwest Love Fest (use code "goslow" for 10% off!): <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/?ref=goslow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.swlovefest.com/</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Relational Privilege with Akilah Riley-Richardson Part 1

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

Love this podcast it’s a great resource and entertaining too!

Great Series

You are great! Love what you’re creating here. Thanks

Awesome!!

Making Polyamory Work

In this episode, Libby shares concrete steps for creating a healthy emotional boundary between you and your partner, so that you don't react to, take on, or take responsibility for your partner's difficult feelings.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

In this episode, Libby shares concrete steps for creating a healthy emotional boundary between you and your partner, so that you don't react to, take on, or take responsibility for your partner's difficult feelings. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

How to Not Take Responsibility for Other People's Emotions

Libby explains the theory of attachment styles and what they might mean for your relationships. (All of this stuff is Googleable, y'all, if you want to know more. )------------------------------------------------Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.comApply for your free intro session at http://talktolibby.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Libby explains the theory of attachment styles and what they might mean for your relationships.  (All of this stuff is Googleable, y'all, if you want to know more. ) ------------------------------------------------ Find Libby on the Web: <a href="https://libbysinback.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://libbysinback.com</a> Apply for your free intro session at <a href="http://talktolibby.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://talktolibby.com</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Attachment Styles and You

When you're trying to make a change, do something different, learn a new skill, what can help set you up for success? My answer? The right mindset can help a lot. Malcolm Gladwell's book Outliers: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3228917-outliers On Deliberate Practice: https://lifehacker.com/what-mozart-and-kobe-bryant-can-teach-us-about-delibera-1442488267 To sign up for a free coaching session in December: https://calendly.com/libbysinback/one-conversation--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

When you're trying to make a change, do something different, learn a new skill, what can help set you up for success? My answer? The right mindset can help a lot. Malcolm Gladwell's book Outliers: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3228917-outliers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3228917-outliers</a> On Deliberate Practice: <a href="https://lifehacker.com/what-mozart-and-kobe-bryant-can-teach-us-about-delibera-1442488267" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://lifehacker.com/what-mozart-and-kobe-bryant-can-teach-us-about-delibera-1442488267</a> To sign up for a free coaching session in December: <a href="https://calendly.com/libbysinback/one-conversation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://calendly.com/libbysinback/one-conversation</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Trying Something New

In this episode, Libby talks about love languages and how understanding your love language and the love languages of those that you love can transform your relationships for the better and help everyone love and appreciate each other more fully. ---------------------------- Mapping Your Love Workshop in DC: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007 Winter Poly Wonderland: https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/ Poly Living: https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/ Love Languages Graphic: https://theladiescoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/How-to-speak-your-partners-Love-Language.png Love Languages Quiz: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/ ---------------------------- 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

In this episode, Libby talks about love languages and how understanding your love language and the love languages of those that you love can transform your relationships for the better and help everyone love and appreciate each other more fully. ---------------------------- <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mapping Your Love Workshop in DC</a>: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007</a> <a href="https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Winter Poly Wonderland:</a> <a href="https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/</a> <a href="https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Poly Living:</a> <a href="https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/</a> <a href="https://theladiescoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/How-to-speak-your-partners-Love-Language.png" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love Languages Graphic</a><a href="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/89/ea/a1/89eaa1138883d57f575ff9c0246c448f.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">:</a> <a href="https://theladiescoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/How-to-speak-your-partners-Love-Language.png" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://theladiescoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/How-to-speak-your-partners-Love-Language.png</a> <a href="https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love Languages Quiz:</a> <a href="https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/</a> ---------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Beyond the 5 Love Languages

Libby talks about the two magic relationship ratios uncovered by scientific research conducted by the Gottman Institute and some implications for polyamorous relationships. -------------------------------- The Magic Conflict Ratio: https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-magic-relationship-ratio-according-science/ About the 20:1 Ratio: https://psyedges.wordpress.com/2014/06/22/51-2/ -------------------------------- 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

Libby talks about the two magic relationship ratios uncovered by scientific research conducted by the Gottman Institute and some implications for polyamorous relationships. -------------------------------- <a href="https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-magic-relationship-ratio-according-science/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Magic Conflict Ratio: </a><a href="https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-magic-relationship-ratio-according-science/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-magic-relationship-ratio-according-science/</a> <a href="https://psyedges.wordpress.com/2014/06/22/51-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">About the 20:1 Ratio:</a> <a href="https://psyedges.wordpress.com/2014/06/22/51-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://psyedges.wordpress.com/2014/06/22/51-2/</a> -------------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

The Two Magic Relationship Ratios

In this episode Libby talks about how to navigate things when metamours don't want to be friends. -------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING Atlanta Poly in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 Southwest Love Fest in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 RelateCon in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- 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

In this episode Libby talks about how to navigate things when metamours don't want to be friends. -------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/atlanta.polyamory/about/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atlanta Poly</a> in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southwest Love Fest</a> in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 <a href="http://relatecon.org/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RelateCon</a> in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

When Your Meta Don't Wanna

In this episode, Libby talks about compersion, what it is, where it comes from, and makes the case that we don't have to feel it to be good polyamorous people, and what to do when we don't. ---------------------- Mapping Your Love Workshop in DC: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007 Winter Poly Wonderland: https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/ Poly Living: https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/ More about the Karista Commune: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerista Mudita: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mudita Probably Poly Episode on Jealousy: https://soundcloud.com/probably-poly/jealousy-live-at-apw --------------------- Libby's new website: https://libbysinback.com Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

In this episode, Libby talks about compersion, what it is, where it comes from, and makes the case that we don't have to feel it to be good polyamorous people, and what to do when we don't. ---------------------- <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mapping Your Love Workshop in DC</a>: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007</a> <a href="https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Winter Poly Wonderland:</a> <a href="https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/</a> <a href="https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Poly Living:</a> <a href="https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerista" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">More about the Karista Commune:</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerista" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerista</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mudita" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mudita:</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mudita" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mudita</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/probably-poly/jealousy-live-at-apw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Probably Poly Episode on Jealousy: https://soundcloud.com/probably-poly/jealousy-live-at-apw</a> --------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Libby's new website: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Compersion Isn't Mandatory

Sometimes you just need to complain and get something off your chest. Here's a tip on how to do that in a way that might be easier for others to hear and help make things better.--------------------------------------Show LinksFeedback Wheel Handout: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W0rbu1nWTYOdQNl4gvdgPWTuLBWKCjcOol_8AUoTZi0/edit"The Story I'm Making Up": https://www.businessinsider.com/brene-browns-biggest-life-hack-is-a-simple-phrase-2015-8Schedule a Free Coaching Session: http://talktolibby.com/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Sometimes you just need to complain and get something off your chest. Here's a tip on how to do that in a way that might be easier for others to hear and help make things better. -------------------------------------- Show Links Feedback Wheel Handout: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W0rbu1nWTYOdQNl4gvdgPWTuLBWKCjcOol_8AUoTZi0/edit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W0rbu1nWTYOdQNl4gvdgPWTuLBWKCjcOol_8AUoTZi0/edit</a> "The Story I'm Making Up": <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/brene-browns-biggest-life-hack-is-a-simple-phrase-2015-8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.businessinsider.com/brene-browns-biggest-life-hack-is-a-simple-phrase-2015-8</a> Schedule a Free Coaching Session: <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://talktolibby.com/</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

8 Sentences for Better Understanding

In this episode, Libby talks about ghosting, what it is, why it sucks, when it's justified, and how to cope. Libby also offers a kinder alternative to ghosting. --------------------------------- SHOW LINKS Comic on Ghosting by Hell is Other Women: https://www.facebook.com/hellisotherwomen/posts/557199481702112 ---------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING PolyLiving in Philadelphia, February 7-9, 2020 Winter Poly Wonderland in West Virginia, February 13-16, 2020 Atlanta Poly in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 Southwest Love Fest in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 RelateCon in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- 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

In this episode, Libby talks about ghosting, what it is, why it sucks, when it's justified, and how to cope. Libby also offers a kinder alternative to ghosting. --------------------------------- SHOW LINKS <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hellisotherwomen/posts/557199481702112" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Comic on Ghosting by Hell is Other Women:</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hellisotherwomen/posts/557199481702112" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/hellisotherwomen/posts/557199481702112</a> ---------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING <a href="https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">PolyLiving</a> in Philadelphia, February 7-9, 2020 <a href="https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Winter Poly Wonderland</a> in West Virginia, February 13-16, 2020 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/atlanta.polyamory/about/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Atlanta Poly</a> in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Southwest Love Fest</a> in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 <a href="http://relatecon.org/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">RelateCon</a> in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="ugc nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="ugc nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Ghosting

Holiday bullsh*t getting you down? Libby makes the case for how a little self-compassion can go a long way.-------------------------------Show LinksMapping Your Love Workshop in DC: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007Winter Poly Wonderland: https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/Poly Living: https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/The Gottman Institute on Contempt: https://www.gottman.com/blog/this-one-thing-is-the-biggest-predictor-of-divorce/The Harvard Business Review on Self-Compassion: https://hbr.org/2018/09/give-yourself-a-break-the-power-of-self-compassionAbout the Carleton University Study on Self-Compassion and Procrastination: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dont-delay/200903/self-forgiveness-reduces-procrastinationKristin Neff's Website on Self-Compassion: https://self-compassion.org/----------------------------Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.comSign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Holiday bullsh*t getting you down? Libby makes the case for how a little self-compassion can go a long way. ------------------------------- Show Links Mapping Your Love Workshop in DC: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-your-love-tickets-77746210007</a> Winter Poly Wonderland: <a href="https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/</a> Poly Living: <a href="https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/</a> The Gottman Institute on Contempt: <a href="https://www.gottman.com/blog/this-one-thing-is-the-biggest-predictor-of-divorce/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gottman.com/blog/this-one-thing-is-the-biggest-predictor-of-divorce/</a> The Harvard Business Review on Self-Compassion: <a href="https://hbr.org/2018/09/give-yourself-a-break-the-power-of-self-compassion" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hbr.org/2018/09/give-yourself-a-break-the-power-of-self-compassion</a> About the Carleton University Study on Self-Compassion and Procrastination: <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dont-delay/200903/self-forgiveness-reduces-procrastination" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dont-delay/200903/self-forgiveness-reduces-procrastination</a> Kristin Neff's Website on Self-Compassion: <a href="https://self-compassion.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://self-compassion.org/</a> ---------------------------- Find Libby on the Web: <a href="https://libbysinback.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://libbysinback.com</a> Sign up for coaching at <a href="http://talktolibby.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://talktolibby.com</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

More Compassion, More Love

Libby talks about what to do when we don't feel seen by the people we love. ------------------------ SHOW LINKS Feeling Understood — Even More Important Than Feeling Loved? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evolution-the-self/201706/feeling-understood-even-more-important-feeling-loved Neural Bases of Being Understood and not Understood: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4249470/ On Feeling Understood and Feeling Well: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2652476/ Loneliness: a disease? https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3890922/ Brené Brown and True Belonging: https://ideas.ted.com/finding-our-way-to-true-belonging/ ------------------------ Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com Apply for your free intro session at http://talktolibby.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Libby talks about what to do when we don't feel seen by the people we love. ------------------------ SHOW LINKS <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evolution-the-self/201706/feeling-understood-even-more-important-feeling-loved" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feeling Understood — Even More Important Than Feeling Loved?</a> <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evolution-the-self/201706/feeling-understood-even-more-important-feeling-loved" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evolution-the-self/201706/feeling-understood-even-more-important-feeling-loved</a> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4249470/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Neural Bases of Being Understood and not Understood:</a> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4249470/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4249470/</a> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2652476/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Feeling Understood and Feeling Well: </a><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2652476/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2652476/</a> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3890922/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Loneliness: a disease? </a><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3890922/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3890922/</a> <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/finding-our-way-to-true-belonging/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brené Brown and True Belonging:</a> <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/finding-our-way-to-true-belonging/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ideas.ted.com/finding-our-way-to-true-belonging/</a> ------------------------ <a href="https://libbysinback.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apply for your free intro session at</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

How Could You Think That of Me?

Let's talk about why it's so important to be willing to put things on the line in your relationships, to stand up for what you want, and confront issues - before they get too big to deal with. -------------------------- Show Links: Brené Brown's TED Talk on Vulnerability: https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability Daring Greatly: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1592408419 Domestic Violence Hotline and Website: https://www.thehotline.org/help/ Solvable vs. Perpetual Problems: https://www.gottman.com/blog/managing-conflict-solvable-vs-perpetual-problems/ ------------------------- If you'd like to ask a question for the show, feel free to e-mail at libby@libbysinback.com or leave a voicemail at the link below. To book a free introductory coaching session, visit http://www.talktolibby.com   ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Let's talk about why it's so important to be willing to put things on the line in your relationships, to stand up for what you want, and confront issues - before they get too big to deal with. -------------------------- Show Links: Brené Brown's TED Talk on Vulnerability: <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability</a> Daring Greatly: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1592408419" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1592408419</a> Domestic Violence Hotline and Website: <a href="https://www.thehotline.org/help/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thehotline.org/help/</a> Solvable vs. Perpetual Problems: <a href="https://www.gottman.com/blog/managing-conflict-solvable-vs-perpetual-problems/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gottman.com/blog/managing-conflict-solvable-vs-perpetual-problems/</a> ------------------------- If you'd like to ask a question for the show, feel free to e-mail at <a href="mailto:libby@libbysinback.com">libby@libbysinback.com</a> or leave a voicemail at the link below. To book a free introductory coaching session, visit <a href="http://www.talktolibby.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.talktolibby.com</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Stand Up and Rock the Boat

Libby talks about when you should tell potential partners that you're polyamorous or nonmonogamous. ------------------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING PolyLiving in Philadelphia, February 7-9, 2020 Winter Poly Wonderland in West Virginia, February 13-16, 2020 Atlanta Poly in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 Southwest Love Fest in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 RelateCon in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- 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

Libby talks about when you should tell potential partners that you're polyamorous or nonmonogamous. ------------------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING <a href="https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PolyLiving</a> in Philadelphia, February 7-9, 2020 <a href="https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Winter Poly Wonderland</a> in West Virginia, February 13-16, 2020 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/atlanta.polyamory/about/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atlanta Poly</a> in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southwest Love Fest</a> in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 <a href="http://relatecon.org/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RelateCon</a> in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

When Should I Tell People?

Libby answers a listener question about navigating sharing a home and sharing that home with other partners. --------------------------- SHOW LINKS Couple Privilege: having it doesn't necessarily make you an asshole (but it might) by Amy Gahran 5 Reasons Couple Privilege Doesn't Exist by Lola Phoenix 'why do couples stop having sex?' is the wrong question by Emily Nagoski Navigating Difficult Conversations ----------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING PolyLiving in Philadelphia, February 7-9, 2020 Winter Poly Wonderland in West Virginia, February 13-16, 2020 Atlanta Poly in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 Southwest Love Fest in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 RelateCon in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- 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

Libby answers a listener question about navigating sharing a home and sharing that home with other partners. --------------------------- SHOW LINKS <a href="https://solopoly.net/2013/02/05/couple-privilege-having-it-doesnt-necessarily-make-you-an-asshole-but-it-can/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Couple Privilege: having it doesn't necessarily make you an asshole (but it might)</a> by Amy Gahran <a href="https://medium.com/@thelolaphoenix/five-reasons-couple-privilege-doesn-t-exist-2bd2cf238c67" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Reasons Couple Privilege Doesn't Exist</a> by Lola Phoenix <a href="https://www.thedirtynormal.com/post/2017/10/15/why-do-couples-stop-having-sex-is-the-wrong-question/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">'why do couples stop having sex?' is the wrong question</a> by Emily Nagoski <a href="https://hbr.org/2017/05/8-ways-to-get-a-difficult-conversation-back-on-track" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Navigating Difficult Conversations</a> ----------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING <a href="https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/conferences/polyliving/philadelphia/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PolyLiving</a> in Philadelphia, February 7-9, 2020 <a href="https://cfnc.us/winterpoly/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Winter Poly Wonderland</a> in West Virginia, February 13-16, 2020 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/atlanta.polyamory/about/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atlanta Poly</a> in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southwest Love Fest</a> in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 <a href="http://relatecon.org/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RelateCon</a> in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Couple Privilege and Power

Using a real, raw story from her own life, Libby talks about the day-to-day, minute-to-minute practice of gentleness in relationships. ----------------------------- Show Links Harvey: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042546/ My favorite article about Fred Rogers: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/19/magazine/mr-rogers.html ----------------------------- 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

Using a real, raw story from her own life, Libby talks about the day-to-day, minute-to-minute practice of gentleness in relationships. ----------------------------- Show Links <a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042546/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Harvey:</a> <a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042546/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042546/</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/19/magazine/mr-rogers.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My favorite article about Fred Rogers:</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/19/magazine/mr-rogers.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/19/magazine/mr-rogers.html</a> ----------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="ugc nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="ugc nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

The Practice of Gentleness

In this episode, Libby talks about keeping your attention and energy toward what's really important. ------------------------------------- SHOW LINKS Kimchi Cuddles The comic I referenced Download the Relationship Vision Worksheet ------------------------------------ EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING Atlanta Poly in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 Southwest Love Fest in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 RelateCon in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- 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

In this episode, Libby talks about keeping your attention and energy toward what's really important. ------------------------------------- SHOW LINKS <a href="https://kimchicuddles.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kimchi Cuddles</a> <a href="https://66.media.tumblr.com/c6be8382219a412a2fcc331cf6c5d580/tumblr_mme6ihaTo71spe4pno1_1280.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The comic I referenced</a> <a href="https://libbysinback.com/relationship-vision-worksheet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download the Relationship Vision Worksheet</a> ------------------------------------ EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/atlanta.polyamory/about/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atlanta Poly</a> in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southwest Love Fest</a> in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 <a href="http://relatecon.org/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RelateCon</a> in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Look Where You're Going

Learning to hold space for people you love is an essential relationship skill. In this episode, Libby breaks down what holding space is, why it's important, and how to practice it. ------------------------------- SHOW LINKS What it Means to Hold Space for Someone by Heather Plett 11 Ways to Hold Space for Someone by Reaca Pearl -------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING Atlanta Poly in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 Southwest Love Fest in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 RelateCon in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- 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

Learning to hold space for people you love is an essential relationship skill. In this episode, Libby breaks down what holding space is, why it's important, and how to practice it. ------------------------------- SHOW LINKS <a href="https://upliftconnect.com/hold-space/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What it Means to Hold Space for Someone</a> by Heather Plett <a href="https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/11-things-that-will-help-you-hold-space-for-someone-0523175" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">11 Ways to Hold Space for Someone</a> by Reaca Pearl -------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/atlanta.polyamory/about/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atlanta Poly</a> in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southwest Love Fest</a> in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 <a href="http://relatecon.org/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RelateCon</a> in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

No Advice, Please

The most essential skill to having healthier relationships. -------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING Atlanta Poly in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 Southwest Love Fest in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 RelateCon in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- 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

The most essential skill to having healthier relationships. -------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/atlanta.polyamory/about/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atlanta Poly</a> in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southwest Love Fest</a> in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 <a href="http://relatecon.org/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RelateCon</a> in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

Taming your Whoosh

Taking a time out is so important when things get heated or uncomfortable. However, there are more useful and less useful ways to take a time out. In this episode, Libby lays out how to take a time out in a way that enhances, rather than disrupts, connection. -------------------------------------- Black Poly Pride: June 4-7, 2020 in Washington, DC Terry Real's 10 Commandments of a Time Out -------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING Atlanta Poly in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 Southwest Love Fest in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 RelateCon in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- 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

Taking a time out is so important when things get heated or uncomfortable. However, there are more useful and less useful ways to take a time out. In this episode, Libby lays out how to take a time out in a way that enhances, rather than disrupts, connection. -------------------------------------- <a href="https://www.blackpolypride.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Poly Pride</a>: June 4-7, 2020 in Washington, DC <a href="https://www.terryreal.com/10-commandments-of-time-outs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Terry Real's 10 Commandments of a Time Out</a> -------------------------------------- EVENTS WHERE LIBBY IS PRESENTING <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/atlanta.polyamory/about/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atlanta Poly</a> in Atlanta, February 29, 2020 <a href="https://www.swlovefest.com/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southwest Love Fest</a> in Tucson, April 3-5, 2020 <a href="http://relatecon.org/?utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--18WvwSrDlpE0xW2Rtc-TzjPBoPzPWkLtDu38wlhiTMGlVjsstN21hSwIDJ3TwPDQR0tF5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RelateCon</a> in Boise, April 24-26, 2020 ----------------------------------- <a href="http://libbysinback.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find Libby on the Web: https://libbysinback.com</a> <a href="http://talktolibby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for coaching at http://talktolibby.com</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

The Art of Time Outs

Learning how to listen better is so important to being a great partner, friend, parent, child, coworker, etc. In this episode, Libby offers some advanced tips on how to be an awesome listener.Show notes:How Curiosity Makes You a Better Partner: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/why_curious_people_have_better_relationships------------------------------------To contact Libby, email her at libby@libbysinback.com or find her on Facebook at https://facebook.com/libbysinback. If you'd like to set up a free coaching call, visit http://www.talktolibby.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message

Learning how to listen better is so important to being a great partner, friend, parent, child, coworker, etc. In this episode, Libby offers some advanced tips on how to be an awesome listener. Show notes: How Curiosity Makes You a Better Partner: <a href="https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/why_curious_people_have_better_relationships" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/why_curious_people_have_better_relationships</a> ------------------------------------ To contact Libby, email her at libby@libbysinback.com or find her on Facebook at <a href="https://facebook.com/libbysinback" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/libbysinback</a>. If you'd like to set up a free coaching call, visit <a href="http://www.talktolibby.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.talktolibby.com</a> --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingpolywork/message</a>

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