I don't understand people being in open relationships where they are not monogamous.  Why even BE in a relationship?
That is a great question.  To me, an "open" relationship sounds more like "no" relationship.  What say you?
valued, differences are not seen as a threat.
- Mutual trust: an assumption that everything is out on the open and that one’s partner is not a possession that is guarded.
Relationship maintenance.
The impact of open marriage on relationships varies across couples. Some couples report high levels of marital satisfaction and have long-lasting open marriages.
Other couples drop out of the open marriage lifestyle and return to sexual monogamy. These couples may continue to believe open marriage is a valid way of life,
, then it's off." He explained that it would not be the end for the couple, saying "I don't think the producers have me back for my nursing skills. Lots more to come with those two." The break up occurs after Aidan learns Chris has not told his parents that they are in a relationship. Mason revealed to an "Inside Soap" writer that Chris is fine with his relationship being out in the open when it comes to his friends, but it is different story with his