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Welcome to Ask Gigi, a column where psychosexual therapist, Gigi
Engle, answers your most intimate questions and explores a range of
sexual health topics. .

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The myth of the perfectly secure polyamorous person

The internet loves the idea of the perfectly evolved polyamorous person: endlessly secure, never jealous, always calm. But real relationships are much more complicated. Let’s unpack why jealousy, insecurity, and the need for reassurance don’t mean you’re “bad” at non-monogamy, and how attachment theory can help us navigate those feelings with more curiosity and care.

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What is the “Hotwife Paradox”

A new study challenges assumptions about hotwifing, finding many couples report stronger emotional bonds and improved sex lives. The real takeaway isn’t the dynamic itself, but the communication behind it. When couples are honest about desire, set clear boundaries, and work through jealousy, connection often deepens rather than breaks.

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The rise of the ‘Comet Partner’ in CNM

Comet partners are having a viral moment, but this relationship style is anything but new. Rooted in consensual non-monogamy, comet relationships revolve around deep, meaningful connections that ebb and flow over time. No daily grind, no escalator milestones, just intentional reunions charged with intimacy and anticipation. So how do they work, can they be serious, and who are they right for? Here’s everything you need to know about love that burns bright and moves on its own orbit.

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