Outside Monogamy – a discussion group

When:
May 19, 2021 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
2021-05-19T18:00:00-07:00
2021-05-19T19:30:00-07:00
Where:
Online via zoom
Cost:
Free - $10
Contact:
206-229-2185

This discussion group explores topics relating to relationship anarchy, polyamory, swinging, consensual non-monogamy, monogamish agreements, and creative and conscious relationship structures. Join the conversation on third Wednesday’s where we will explore the myriad styles of relationships available to those who wish to embrace the power of “and”.

May’s topic: Discretion in Non-Monogamy: Secrecy vs. Privacy

Guest Speaker: Gloria Jackson-Nefertiti

May’s moderator: Sophia

Discussion Group Agreements:

  • Only tell your own stories and respect the autonomy and confidentiality of others not in attendance. (Only share info that you have explicit permission to share.)
  • Information shared within the group is confidential. You may share your thoughts and feelings about information others share, but let them decide when to tell their own stories.
  • Respect differing points of view and ways of moving through the world.
  • Honor expressed boundaries with acceptance and clarifying questions that increase your ability to respect stated or implied boundaries.
  • Curiosity and questions are encouraged.

 

General timing of meetings:

Gathering and settling in – 6-6:10pm
Agreements and introductions: 6:10-6:30pm
Main topic – 6:30-7:15pm
Resource sharing and Off-topic Q&A – 7:15-7:30pm

 

About the Facilitator:

Sophia Sky identifies as a Shenaniganarian and uses she/her pronouns. She is the Executive Director of the Pan Eros Foundation and is working to change the world’s ideas about sexuality by speaking at universities, conventions, and private groups around North America. Sophia believes that being sex positive means respecting the spectrum of sexual expression from asexual to omnisexual. She is a lover of art, cute socks, learning, and floating on bodies of water.

 

  • This is an online event via Zoom. You must register in advance. Registration ends at 5pm on the day of the workshop. Instructions for access will be emailed to you before the workshop begins.
  • Class time is listed in Pacific Time. Use this Time Zone Converter to see what time the class will be for you: https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html
  • No late entry will be allowed due to the intimate nature of this event. Access will be blocked at 10 minutes after the start time.
  • Open to all 18+
  • All sexes, genders, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, relationship orientations, religions are welcome and celebrated.
  • FREE event, $5-$10 suggested donation will go towards making future educational scholarships available to those in need.

•Questions may be directed to: [email protected]

This discussion group explores topics relating to relationship anarchy, polyamory, swinging, consensual non-monogamy, monogamish agreements, and creative and conscious relationship structures. Join the conversation on third Wednesday’s where we will explore the myriad styles of relationships available to those who wish to embrace the power of “and”. May’s topic: Discretion in Non-Monogamy: Secrecy vs. Privacy Guest Speaker: Gloria Jackson-Nefertiti May’s moderator: Sophia Discussion Group Agreements: Only tell your own stories and respect the autonomy and confidentiality of others not in attendance. (Only share info that you have explicit permission to share.) Information shared within the group is confidential. You may share your thoughts and feelings about information others share, but let them decide when to tell their own stories. Respect differing points of view and ways of moving through the world. Honor expressed boundaries with acceptance and clarifying questions that increase your ability to respect stated or implied boundaries. Curiosity and questions are encouraged.   General timing of meetings: Gathering and settling in – 6-6:10pm Agreements and introductions: 6:10-6:30pm Main topic – 6:30-7:15pm Resource sharing and Off-topic Q&A – 7:15-7:30pm   About the Facilitator: Sophia Sky identifies as a Shenaniganarian and uses she/her pronouns. She is the Executive Director of the Pan Eros Foundation and is working to change the world’s ideas about sexuality by speaking at universities, conventions, and private groups around North America. Sophia believes that being sex positive means respecting the spectrum of sexual expression from asexual to omnisexual. She is a lover of art, cute socks, learning, and floating on bodies of water.   This is an online event via Zoom. You must register in advance. Registration ends at 5pm on the day of the workshop. Instructions for access will be emailed to you before the workshop begins. Class time is listed in Pacific Time. Use this Time Zone Converter to see what time the class will be for you: https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html No late entry will be allowed due to the intimate nature of this event. Access will be blocked at 10 minutes after the start time. Open to all 18+ All sexes, genders, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, relationship orientations, religions are welcome and celebrated. FREE event, $5-$10 suggested donation will go towards making future educational scholarships available to those in need. •Questions may be directed to: [email protected]

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  • When: May 19, 2021 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
    Where: Online via zoom
  • This discussion group explores topics relating to relationship anarchy, polyamory, swinging, consensual non-monogamy, monogamish agreements, and creative and conscious relationship structures. Join the conversation on third Wednesday’s where we will explore the myriad styles of relationships available to those who wish to embrace the power of “and”. May’s topic: Discretion in Non-Monogamy: Secrecy vs. Privacy Guest Speaker: Gloria Jackson-Nefertiti May’s moderator: Sophia Discussion Group Agreements: Only tell your own stories and respect the autonomy and confidentiality of others not in attendance. (Only share info that you have explicit permission to share.) Information shared within the group is confidential. You may share your thoughts and feelings about information others share, but let them decide when to tell their own stories. Respect differing points of view and ways of moving through the world. Honor expressed boundaries with acceptance and clarifying questions that increase your ability to respect stated or implied boundaries. Curiosity and questions are encouraged.   General timing of meetings: Gathering and settling in – 6-6:10pm Agreements and introductions: 6:10-6:30pm Main topic – 6:30-7:15pm Resource sharing and Off-topic Q&A – 7:15-7:30pm   About the Facilitator: Sophia Sky identifies as a Shenaniganarian and uses she/her pronouns. She is the Executive Director of the Pan Eros Foundation and is working to change the world’s ideas about sexuality by speaking at universities, conventions, and private groups around North America. Sophia believes that being sex positive means respecting the spectrum of sexual expression from asexual to omnisexual. She is a lover of art, cute socks, learning, and floating on bodies of water.   This is an online event via Zoom. You must register in advance. Registration ends at 5pm on the day of the workshop. Instructions for access will be emailed to you before the workshop begins. Class time is listed in Pacific Time. Use this Time Zone Converter to see what time the class will be for you: https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html No late entry will be allowed due to the intimate nature of this event. Access will be blocked at 10 minutes after the start time. Open to all 18+ All sexes, genders, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, relationship orientations, religions are welcome and celebrated. FREE event, $5-$10 suggested donation will go towards making future educational scholarships available to those in need. •Questions may be directed to: [email protected]

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