And within that dynamic, a variety of different, smaller relationship structures can emerge.

But they dont have a romantic interest in one another, they add.

What does a vee relationship look like IRL?

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Marty and Henry talk at least once a week.

Its not scheduled or anything, says Megan.

But they realized that they need that connection.

Two people’s legs touch under a table as they work on their laptops.

Of course, as with any relationship structure, communication goes far beyond verbal chit-chat.

Theres love, and desire, and sexual play, and conflict.

Our relationships follow the processes of following in love, she says.

Books on grief are seen floating against a backdrop of clouds.

Now that youre intrigued by a vee relationship, well…now what?

There is no single correct next step to take.

The beauty of polyamory is that it allows you to create a new script for yourself, Megan says.

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That said, if you find steps and tips helpful, read on for five.

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Aural learners can, of course, listen to the audio-book version of the books.

Michelle Monaghan, Carrie Coon, and Leslie Bibb in The White Lotus, symbolizing toxic friendships.

Or, try listening to podcasts on polyamory like Megan, Marty, and KylesAmory.

Were such social people, and we depend on our social circle for a lot of things.

But our existing social circle didnt have any polyamorous folks in it, says Megan.

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Going to the club helped us understand that there is a whole community of polyamorous people out there.

To find a similar get-together, ask your local sex shop.

No relationship is without its flaws or bumps in the road.

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Yank it too far, too fast, and itll snap.

But stretch it little by little, and it will get used to the give and stretch further.

Everyone who agrees to be in a vee relationship has equal responsibility to make those relationships work.

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