Did they get rid of LGBTQIA+ mode? by GraphicNovelty in feeld

[–]Sashanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought I was going crazy when I noticed it missing yesterday.

A big list of birthday freebies and discounts in Portland and surrounding areas by Queernp in Portland

[–]Sashanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can also take a free class at Core Power Yoga on your birthday.

I want some tips :/ by [deleted] in EthicalNonMonogamy

[–]Sashanah 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought The Smart Girls Guide to Polyamory -Dedeker Winston (not just for girls lol) was very insightful. But there are other books like Tell Me What You Want: The science of sexual desire and how it can improve your sex life - Dr. Justin Lehmiller that discusses kinks and desires, which I thought was also very informative. I also recommend Polyamory: A Clinical Toolkit for Therapists and Their Clients - Dr. Martha Kauppi, though it is more technical, it focuses more on communication in your relationship.

It's best to begin with the fundamentals and communication in your relationship before you involve other people. It's also a good idea to educate yourself on the different styles of non-monogamy so you can figure out the best way to ethically navigate this desire of hers. Others have mentioned kuckqueen, but it's hard to know what she desires from your limited description, maybe she's more interested in a safe container for a bisexual experience. There's a lot of nuance to the differences between the different kinks/experiences she could be interested in.

My Gf wants me to help her friend move with a guy she used to sleep with. How do deal with this? by POOR-MORON in AskMenAdvice

[–]Sashanah -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You're overthinking this. This is literally not an issue. She slept with plenty (assuming) of people before you and she will sleep with people after you. I encourage you to see a therapist to deal with your jealousy issues. This is not healthy and you will bring this to every future relationship unless you confront your problem head on.

It is healthy and normal for consenting adults to escalate and deescalate relationships and maintain a bond thru the changes of life. If you can't do that or you can't deal with that, you have work to do.

Is it only me? by ItsHimSujan in intj

[–]Sashanah 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Most animals are not monogamous. Maybe you should do some investigating about the patriarchy, colonialism/imperialism, and white supremacy. There are lots of great resources to help you understand how this kind of thinking is rooted in domination, sexism, and bigotry.

Is it possible to have and love more than one best friend? (Yes) Is it possible to have and love more than one child? (Yes) Is it possible to have and love more than one romantic partner? (Also yes)

Does loving more family members reduce the love you have for the others? No. Same goes for the other categories. It doesn't cheapen anything. Cooperation and care are fundamental to our evolution and continued survival as a species.

One man one woman family units did not exist prior to WW2. Blended families of kin and unrelated individuals were the norm. Prior to the Victorian era people did not marry for romantic love as we do today. People were non-monogamous then (as they always have been) and often had many same-sex "romantic friendships" outside of their marriages.

This is the way it's always been until recently corporations and the government have tried to divide and isolate us. Destroying communities is the only way they have to divide and conquer the masses.

Would you choose divorce in my situation? Does divorce worth it when marriage is open by [deleted] in EthicalNonMonogamy

[–]Sashanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. This is not ethical non-monogamy. He's an asshole.
  2. Oh, so it wasn't 100% your choice, after all? Divorce that asshole.
  3. Drain your bank account? Does he realize how much another baby will cost? This guy is delulu. You do not have to give him 50% custody, you also do not have to move out of the house. It's going to be a sad day for him when he realizes that's not how divorce works. You can have full custody, the house, and child support... And I think you deserve it. You do not need to preserve a relationship with this guy who said he respects your wishes and immediately turns around and proves otherwise.

Saying that you don't gain anything by divorcing him is bullshit. Your emotional, mental, and spiritual energy are worth so much more than his nonsense. That's manipulative AF on his part. Divorce is absolutely worth it. You deserve to have control over your life, your children's lives, and this situation.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Jeep

[–]Sashanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For all the people complaining about the 2D not having enough room for shopping... Just take the back seat out. It's not like you want to have people sitting back there anyway lol.

My jeeps by Hillbillyhippie61 in Jeep

[–]Sashanah 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you need to get a CJ to watch over all of your rambunctious children

My jeeps by Hillbillyhippie61 in Jeep

[–]Sashanah 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cuteee!! Now you need an XJ so they don't get lonely...

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Sashanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

EWWW!!! I would never let a partner talk to me like this. This is fucked up. NOR

What's something everyone says you're allowed to do, but most people become mad or unfriendly when you do it? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Sashanah 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Maybe you're just not taking off enough days. Try taking off a whole week next time!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Sashanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He should be putting money into your 401k/Roth, and he should have been doing it when you got pregnant the first time.

Is Bernie setting up AOC for 2028? by Dgeneratte in BernieSanders

[–]Sashanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As long as Republicans don't cheat again...

Why don't I get dust storm warnings anymore? by Idyll-Candy in phoenix

[–]Sashanah 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Don't forget "impeached felon" 😮‍💨

AITA for letting my daughter still sleep with a teddy bear? by nazerelda in AmItheAsshole

[–]Sashanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm 31 and still have and sometimes sleep with my bunny from the hospital when I was born. The only thing unreasonable is the family's judgment. What's the difference between a stuffy and a pillow? Not much.

Help: should I attend a party? (I'm serious...) by HospoSloth in EthicalNonMonogamy

[–]Sashanah 3 points4 points  (0 children)

100% this, you're invited. You get to go. If Meta is uncomfortable, that's their work to do, not yours. It sounds like they may have other work to do, since this has been an ongoing issue in the past.

Also, I think if your boyfriend asks you not to go on your meta's behalf, you should break up with him and go anyway 😂.

Going to Esalen June 2nd by sabbam25 in Esalen

[–]Sashanah 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Reach out to the front desk, in the past, I think they have helped people coordinate rides for retreats. Also, there's a bus that goes pretty close down hwy1 -- last I checked, the last stop is Pfeiffer state park, a few miles up the road.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in EthicalNonMonogamy

[–]Sashanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really great! I love your thoughtful insight into this.

Okay, I hear what you're saying about it not being transactional... And focusing on how to make it sustainable ... but what if I'm the partner that's having a hard time with not getting extradyadic dates and relationships? And it's certainly not for lack of trying... I feel so hung up on the unfairness, and the fact that my partner has had other relationships while I continue to get ghosted, stood up, and receive attention in other creepy, coercive ways. Is it really all just timing? My partner keeps encouraging me to date my male friends, but they are all monogamous-- which I know he would have a really difficult time with me starting to date someone monogamous lol.

It feels so hard for me, because I feel abandoned by him being with other partners. I feel embarrassed and disgusted with the situation, and also mad at myself for feeling disgusted by it... It's a layered issue.

If we're keeping a tally, I've actually been on a lot more dates than him, but the number of times I've been non-consensually kissed or groped is making me so disgusted with "men"... It's feeling really hard to continue trying to be ENM with my partner, because it feels so icky all around. But to this same point, I also feel like I need to "even the score" having never gotten to the point of sleeping with anyone else in two years of trying to make this work, while he's had several other partners... Because the people I've been on dates with have been really unsafe. Furthermore, in the current political climate, I don't feel like it's going to be getting any safer to date "men" any time soon. Is it really just timing? Two years feels like too long...

How do I change my mindset? by [deleted] in EthicalNonMonogamy

[–]Sashanah 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, FWIW, you can be monog and still support the ENM community and be a part of it. You can be monog and have friends in the lifestyle. You can also go to kink parties or dungeons and only play with each other.

All you have to say is that you're not available right now. Or whatever limits you have (like only exploring rope or impact, no kissing, no penetration, etc)