An open marriage is a form of non-monogamy where spouses agree that each may engage in outside sexual or romantic relationships without it being considered infidelity. While it is often viewed as a "proximate disaster" by outsiders, proponents argue it can reify a romance by removing the pressure for one person to be everything to their partner. 🧩 The Core Dynamics
For many, especially women, it is a way to find a self that exists outside the roles of "wife" or "mother". Open Marriage
To navigate the emotional complexity, most couples establish strict boundaries: An open marriage is a form of non-monogamy