{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69cc5e68d0d5402d881fa3ae/69cc5e80d0d5402d881fa964?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 2: Navigating The Early Days of ENM","description":"<b>Episode 2: Initial Struggles with ENM</b><br /><br />Starting out in ethical non-monogamy can feel like learning to walk on a tightrope—in the dark, with no map. We’ve been there. <br /><br /><b>What we talk about in this episode:</b><br /><br />In this episode, we get real about the messy, confusing, and sometimes magical first six months of navigating ethical non-monogamy (ENM). From awkward first dates and emotional overwhelm to finding community and unlearning monogamy norms, we share the stuff people don’t always talk about. Whether you’re newly polyamorous, deep in open relationships, or just curious about relationship structures outside the mainstream, this one’s for you. What We Talk About:<br /><ul><li>Our first steps into ethical non-monogamy (ENM) and polyamory</li><li>Where we looked for information, advice, and emotional support</li><li>Early emotional challenges like jealousy, insecurity, and loneliness</li><li>The cultural and queer identity layers that shaped our experiences</li><li>How support groups, dating apps, and community events helped (or didn’t)</li><li>Good advice, bad advice, and everything in between</li><li>Personal reflections, resilience, and learning to sit with discomfort</li><li>What we wish we’d known when we were starting out in ENM</li></ul><b>Mentioned in This Episode:</b><br /><ul><li><a href=\"https://ko-fi.com/enmdnm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ko-fi.com/enmdnm</a></li><li><a href=\"https://yarnn.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">yarnn.au</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/polyphiliablog?igsh=Y2VhbW5neGd5c3E0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Poly Phelia Instagram</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/shrimpteeth?igsh=dGI5MmR5ZXV5amVw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shrimp Teeth Instagram </a></li><li>The Ethical Slut (book)<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/_enterthedragon_?igsh=c3oyaWF1cXI5OHBm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"></a></li></ul><b>Love what you hear?</b><br /><ul><li>If this episode resonated with you, give us a follow, leave a review, or support the pod on Ko-fi.</li><li>Want to keep the conversation going? Join our queer-friendly Discord community where we talk ENM, dating, identity, and more.</li><li>Next episode, we’re diving into intersectionality in ENM—how our race, gender, queerness, and lived experience shape the way we show up in relationships. </li></ul>Thanks for joining us in this honest conversation about ethical non-monogamy, queer identity, communication, community, and the very real struggles of starting out. <br /><br />Loved the episode? Want to help keep The ENM DNM alive, growing and making more gorgeous chaos?<br /><br />ou can support the podcast with a one-off or ongoing donation here: <a href=\"https://ko-fi.com/enmdnm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ko-fi.com</a><br /><br />Your support helps us make the podcast and also contributes to our broader mission of funding free and subsidised therapy for people who may not otherwise be able to access it.<br /><br />Come say hi or follow along:<br /><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/the_enm_dnm_podcast/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram</a><br /><a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@the.enm.dnm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tiktok</a><br />Email us!<br /><br />Want to book a counselling session with Adam?<br />Get in touch here: <a href=\"https://www.halaxy.com/profile/mr-adam-forman/counsellor/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Halaxy</a><br /><br />We’re also keen to hear from potential collaborators, sponsors, guests and partners.<br /><br />Please note: this podcast is for conversation, reflection and shared experience. It is not a replacement for therapy, medical advice or crisis support.","author_name":"Constantly Training"}