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When Polyamory Becomes a Luxury Brand — What Happens to Real People?
Hi everyone,I came across this review that critiques how Splitsville and similar media represent polyamory as something glamorous and effortless — while ignoring the emotional and practical challenges that most people face.
This raises some important questions:
- Have you ever felt pressure from “perfect” representations of ENM in media?
- What hidden privileges (time, money, support networks) do you think make polyamory easier?
- How can we build a version of polyamory that feels real and sustainable in our own lives?
💬 Share your experiences — let’s unpack the gap between media fantasy and everyday reality.
🔑 3 Practical Lessons
1️⃣ Representation ≠ RealityMedia polyam often skips over jealousy, scheduling conflicts, or renegotiations — but those are real and normal.
2️⃣ Privilege MattersHaving financial stability, flexible time, and supportive friends/family changes how easy ENM feels.
3️⃣ Create Your Own FrameworkDon’t chase a media ideal. Build agreements, pace, and structures that fit your real life and real energy.
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