Ever felt like poly was wrong? Or you were? Felt guilty? Shameful? Afraid? Yeah. Us too.

In this episode we decided to share what we used to want, believe and feel as we navigated the VERY bumpy polyamorous/non-monogamous journeys we've had. And how painful they were!

Join us, Greg and Leanne Million, Certified Relationship Coaches as we get real about where we fumbled and stumbled on the road to where we are now.

Want to check out our next PolyLab (small group coaching)? Visit us at: https://www.empoweredpoly.ca/the-polylab/

Do you think you're experiencing Poly under duress? This is a term gaining popularity in the polyamorous community and a situation that is very serious. In polyamory, it is common when opening up a relationship to have one partner introduce the idea, sometimes in messy, unhelpful or thoughtless ways.

Sometimes the boundaries they set around their own polyamorous identity or need can feel very hurtful to their monogamous partner. Does this mean this person or this relationship is toxic and they are trying to coerce or force you into polyamory? Let's talk about it.

Join Certified Relationship and Sexuality Coaches Greg & Leanne Million as they examine what duress is, what it isn't and offer their perspectives. (With a side trip about manipulation.) Sometimes understanding your situation can provide clarity and help you feel more empowered to make choices for yourself.

What is YOUR capacity in your relationships and what affects it? In this episode join us, Leanne & Greg Million, Certified Relationship and Sexuality Coaches as we discuss what we mean by capacity, what it means to be over your capacity, the things that can impact it and recognizing when you're beyond your capacity. Knowing more about your capacity helps you have healthier relationships!Curious about Coaching with Greg or Leanne? Visit us at https://empoweredpoly.ca AND join the Empowered Poly Newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/iEfop6You can check out our blogs at https://gregmillion.com and https://leannemillion.comLeanne's Polyphoria Blog article mentioned in this episode: https://www.leannemillion.com/two-types-of-people-in-a-relationship/Questions or suggestions? Get in touch at info@empoweredpoly.ca#podcast #polyamorousrelationship #empoweredpoly #relationshipcoach #relationshipcoaching #boundaries #healthyrelationships #relationshipadvice #enm #nonmonogamy #nonmonogamous

In this episode we're talking about the BIGGEST of the BIG FEELS in Polyamory: Jealousy, Comparison and Fear of Abandonment cuz you are NOT alone if you experience one or all three of these!

We changed things up- added some segment titles and SFX this time. Let us know what you think! Curious about Coaching with Greg or Leanne Certified Relationship and Sexuality Coaches specializing in polyamory and non-monogamy?

Visit us at https://empoweredpoly.ca

AND check out our upcoming PolyLab happening Saturdays in October 2025 on "Polyamory and Big Feels: Cuz You Can't Just Ghost Your Emotions" (Small Group Coaching) at https://empoweredpoly.ca/the-polylab/ Book soon because we will fill up fast!

AND join the Empowered Poly Newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/iEfop6

Check out our blogs at https://gregmillion.com and https://leannemillion.com

Questions or suggestions? Get in touch at info@empoweredpoly.ca

#polyamory #enm #cnm #openrelationships #mononormativity #nonmonogamy #polyamorous #relationshipcoaching #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyam #relationshipcoaching #nonmonogamous

If you've been on IG or TikTok you probably know @polyamarla - and NOW they've got an incredible book out "Non-monogamy and Defying a Paradigm"!

We had such a fun time together!

Follow us (if you can...three people with ADHD) as Marla takes us through their polyamorous journey, the "h" word (and why they don't want to talk about it), couple privilege, mono-normativity and it's impact, authentic relating and everything in between!

They can be found on IG and TikTok @polyamarla and please visit their website at https://polyamarla.com/ to sign up for their Newsletter and get more info!

Curious about Coaching with Greg or Leanne? Visit us at https://empoweredpoly.ca AND check out our PolyLab Small Group Coaching at https://empoweredpoly.ca/the-polylab/

Questions or suggestions? Get in touch at info@empoweredpoly.ca

#polyamory #enm #cnm #openrelationships #mononormativity #nonmonogamy #polyamorous #relationshipcoaching #nonmonogamous #polyam #ethicalnonmonogamy #relationshipcoach

Wow! What a journey Nicole has had! With eloquence and awareness she shares what it was like to grow up in purity culture and to come to terms with her own queer and polyamorous identities.

Nicole Thompson is a sex and relationship psychotherapist, host of Modern Anarchy Podcast, the author of the first published research study on Relationship Anarchy and one of the leading academic theorists on Non-Monogamy, Playfully Embodied Sexuality, and Psychedelic-Integration Therapy.

Join us, Leanne and Greg Million, Certified Relationship Coaches as we dive into Nicole's fascinating self discoveries about herself, psychedelics and her experiences navigating her own sexuality.TW: Mentions sexual assault and rape culture

Interested in the Modern Anarchy Podcast or working with Nicole? Visit modernanarchypodcast.com

Interested in personal, couples or group coaching with Greg or Leanne? Visit empoweredpoly.ca

#modernanarchypodcast #relationshipanarchy #purityculture #polyamory #polyamorous #relationshipcoach #rapeculture #nonmonogamy #nonmonogamous #NicoleThompson #empoweredpoly

Let's talk about being a good hinge! Many of the issues in a polyamorous or non-monogamous relationship can be prevented with responsible & compassionate choices made by the hinge - the person with multiple partners.

Join us, Leanne & Greg Million, Certified Relationship Coaches specializing in polyamory and non-monogamy as we explore the role of a hinge and how it relates to best practices in communication, emotional labor, boundaries & autonomy, bottle-necking, scheduling, personal responsibility, supporting partners, power dynamics, triangulation, and fostering security instead of competition.

Interested in personal, couple's or group coaching or want to know more about us? Visit www.empoweredpoly.ca

#polyamory #relationshipcoaching #hinge #polyam #polyamorousrelationships #nonmonogamous #openrelationships #ethicalnonmonogamy #nonmonogamy

Join us, Leanne & Greg Million, Certified Relationship Coaches as we chat with Lola Phoenix, the delightful author of "The Anxious Person's Guide to Non-monogamy" and "The Non-monogamy Journal"!We spoke to Lola about the concept of "anchor" as a grounding tool for navigating non-monogamy, especially for anxious individuals. She shared her struggles as an introvert and in trying to find community in polyam, as well as emphasizing that understanding one's nervous system and reframing anxiety as a protective response rather than an enemy can be helpful. She suggests treating anxious thoughts as a part of oneself that needs comfort, rather than something to fight against We are all definitely on the same page about the importance of taking responsibility for one's role in creating and cultivating healthy relationships.You can reach Lola and find her books and upcoming course at www.nonmonogamyhelp.comInterested in Coaching with one of us? Visit ⁠us @ empoweredpoly.ca.#anxiety #interview #podcast #relationshipcoach #relationshipcoaching #polyamory #polyamorous #polyamorousrelationship #anxious #ethicalnonmonogamy #openrelationships #openrelationships #polyam