The Anxious Persons Guide to NonMon..., Lola Phoenix
The Anxious Persons Guide to NonMon..., Lola Phoenix
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The Anxious Person's Guide to Non-Monogamy
Your Guide to Open Relationships, Polyamory and Letting Go

Author: Lola Phoenix, Kathy G. Slaughter, LCSW

Narrator: Lola Phoenix

Unabridged: 4 hr 49 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 05/28/2024


Synopsis

Embarking on a non-monogamous relationship can be a daunting experience, opening old wounds that cause anxiety, fear, and confusion, something Lola Phoenix knows about all too well.

In this all-you-need-to-know guide to exploring non-monogamy, polyamory, and open relationships, Lola draws upon their years of experience in giving advice and being non-monogamous to provide guidance for every stage of your journey, helping you to prioritize your mental health and wellbeing along the way.

Beginning with advice on starting out—such as finding your anchor, figuring out your personal reasons for pursuing non-monogamy, challenging your fears and practicing self-compassion—the book proceeds to cover the emotional aspects of non-monogamous relationships, including dealing with jealousy and judgement, managing anxiety and maintaining independence, as well as practical elements such as scheduling your time, negotiating boundaries, and managing your expectations, all accompanied with activities for further exploration.
Whether you are new to non-monogamy, or have been non-monogamous for years, this insightful and empowering book will provide you with the emotional tools you will need to live a happy non-monogamous life.

About Lola Phoenix

Lola Phoenix runs the popular weekly relationship advice column and podcast, Non-Monogamy Help and has been non-monogamous for over a decade. Their writing has appeared in Medium, Huffington Post, Pink News, Gay Star News, the Independent, and Everyday Feminism. They often give talks and presentations on relationships and LGBTQIA+ issues and have been interviewed for Attitude, Buzzfeed, and the Independent. The Anxious Person's Guide to Non-Monogamy is their first book.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Charlie on July 13, 2022

I'm an anxious person who has had the Non-Monogamy feelings. My partner is an anxious person who has not. I don't know how it will turn out, but this is the first book that made me think i could actually have a conversation about it.......more

Goodreads review by Jesse on August 25, 2022

I really liked this book, especially the parts that detailed the unique challenges of being disabled and non-monogamous.......more

Goodreads review by Emily on October 19, 2023

Phoenix’s writing feels like a transcribed podcast composed of therapy notes and their own journaling; the book is therefore very self-referential. Phoenix provides a number of helpful paragraphs that attempt to pick apart how trauma and anxiety affect adult relationships. Phoenix also touches on som......more

Goodreads review by Katie on September 30, 2023

i sped through this book. definitely loved the idea that we’re all human and messy and even if you feel like you’re not “doing it right” there’s no RIGHT way to do anything….especially when it comes to navigating complex relationships!!! also LOVED the little prompted questions, will be using these......more

Goodreads review by Majkind on April 08, 2024

I found this book a very helpful read as it is written from the perspective of a disabled, neurodivergent, asexual person which really sets the book apart from other guides on polyamory that I’ve read. The author addresses challenges that can occur throughout non-monogamy that can be especially diff......more