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Polyamory as a Spiritual Path
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Deborah Anapol, Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, is the author of Polyamory: The New Love Without Limits; and Compersion: Using Jealousy as a Path to Unconditional Love. She has been working with groups and individuals exploring conscious relating and sacred sexuality for over 20 years. She is a popular writer, leading edge teacher, relationship coach and practicing tantrika. Her work has been featured on Donahue, Sally Jesse Raphael, Real Sex, & radio talk shows nationwide. Deborah's gentle wisdom and courageous heart have inspired many seekers on this path.
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- Segment 1
What is polyamory? What forms do polyamorous relationships take? In this segment Dr. Anapol answers these questions and more. She discusses the essentials to peaceful and fulfilling polyamory. She also outlines the 3 categories of polyamory and potential issues that can arise from polyamorous relationships. - Segment 2
Who is better suited to polyamory - men or women? Find out in this segment. Dr. Anapol reveals more of the issues that can arise as a result of polyamorous relationships and their root causes. She also discusses how to overcome the societal programming for monogamous relationships if you are interested in polyamory. What is the likelihood of having one partner who is both sexually and spiritually compatible or is this type of fulfillment in relationships more likely to be found in polyamorous relationships? - Segment 3
In this segment, Dr. Anapol talks about the underlying dynamics of jealousy and the most important concept to keep in mind when examining jealousy whether it be your own jealousy or that of your partner. She also provides strategies for diffusing jealousy. She also reveals how to cope if your partner falls in love with someone else. Also find out if humans are primarily monogamous or polyamorous beings.
Show Links:
- http://www.lovewithoutlimits.com
Visit Dr. Anapol's website for more information regarding the Sacred Space Institute, workshops and retreats. - Polyamory: The New Love Without Limits : Secrets of Sustainable Intimate Relationships, by Deborah M, Dr. Anapol
This book is a "must read" for those exploring alternate lovestyles. Even if the practice of polyamory never enters into your relationship, it is very helpful in shifting some of the paradigms we have as a society about love and sex. It explores the concept that loving more than one person does not diminish the love for one partner. - Compersion: Meditations on Using Jealousy as a Path to Unconditional Love, by Dr. Deborah Anapol
A series of brief, inspirational thoughts on how to transcend jealousy. These meditations are intended to challenge and restructure common beliefs about the nature of love and relationship.
