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Mentioned in 12 episodes
Polysecure
Attachment, Trauma and Consensual Nonmonogamy
Book • 2020
Polysecure by Jessica Fern is a comprehensive guide that integrates attachment theory with consensual nonmonogamy.
Fern, a polyamorous psychotherapist, introduces a nested model of attachment and trauma, explaining how emotional experiences influence relationships.
The book is divided into three parts: the first part explains attachment theory, the second part applies this theory to polyamorous relationships, and the third part offers practical strategies (using the HEARTS model) to foster secure attachments.
Fern emphasizes that secure attachment is not limited to monogamous relationships and can be learned and developed in adulthood, regardless of one's childhood experiences.
Fern, a polyamorous psychotherapist, introduces a nested model of attachment and trauma, explaining how emotional experiences influence relationships.
The book is divided into three parts: the first part explains attachment theory, the second part applies this theory to polyamorous relationships, and the third part offers practical strategies (using the HEARTS model) to foster secure attachments.
Fern emphasizes that secure attachment is not limited to monogamous relationships and can be learned and developed in adulthood, regardless of one's childhood experiences.
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Mentioned in 12 episodes
Mentioned by 

as a book that has had a big impact on the non-monogamy world and uses attachment theory.


Joli Hamilton

38 snips
140 [Replay] Balancing Individuation & Secure Attachment with Polysecure Author Jessica Fern
Recommended by 

as an excellent resource on how attachment theory can intersect with non-monogamy.


Dedeker Winston

29 snips
532 - Is Attachment Theory Just Bullsh*t?
Mentioned by Fern when discussing emotional and structural security in relationships.

17 snips
How to Open Your Relationship (and Actually Make It Work) ft. The Polyamory Therapy Collective
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as the book that coined the term Justice Jealousy.


Joli Hamilton

15 snips
234 How to Figure Out What You Want (And Why It’s So Damn Hard)
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as a book with the best explanation of attachment and relationships.

Bria Tavakoli

PT567 – Sex and Psychedelics: Healing Through Altered States, with Bria Tavakoli, LPCC, MA, MS
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as a friend and author of "Polysecure."


Scott Lyons

Where’s the Line? Redefining Cheating in the Digital Age
Erwähnt von 

, als eines der Standardwerke zum Thema Polyamorie, das erst seit kurzem auf Deutsch verfügbar ist.


Sonja Jüngling

#86 - FAQ mit Timmy - Heimlichkeiten & soziale Gerechtigkeit
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as a resource for overcoming relationship anxiety through self-soothing.

Janice Formichella

Coping with Loneliness
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as a good book to learn more about polyamory.

Dr. Tara

Great Sex Start with a Good Conversation with Dr. Tara
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references a chart in the book about relationship exclusivity.


Dean Spade
Community Through Promiscuity



