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Definition of terms

This is a sort of an open relationship 101 where we explore its various definitions and forms, since there is not one standard definition yet of this lifestyle. And in the Philippine setting, this is usually unheard of. You can post your own or share an article from other published sources so we can all learn.

For us, we define open relationship as encompassing swinging, polyamory and all non-monogamous forms of relationship. However, two persons should be involved in a relationship or partnership, even if it is non-monogamous. The partners, either singly or jointly, are free to take other partners for the pure pleasure of sex or for some emotional attachment. The elements of honesty (transparency), respect for partners and non-possessiveness characterize this kind of relationship. This is also referred to as open marriage in the case of legally married couples who engage in this lifestyle.

Swinging, on the other hand, is simply taking different sexual partners, or having different sexual partners outside of a primary relationship, for sheer pleasure or fun, without any emotional attachments whatsoever. It may be practiced by single persons, couples (jointly) or solely by a single partner without the knowledge or consent of the other partner, if a couple or in a relationship. Swinging couples usually allow sex with others, but without emotional involvement with the other partners.

Polyamory or multi-love relationships involve more than 2 persons who have some form of affection or emotional attachment to each other. The partners usually agree to have sex only to their committed regular or long term partners. It is somewhat similar to polygamy or a group marriage. Partners should be emotionally and mentally mature to make it work. This setup is usually characterized by love, trust, honesty (transparency), constant communication, sharing, respect for partners and non-possessiveness. Some people perceives this as a mere ideal. Others see this as an evolutionary leap from the present limited understanding of selfish "love" between 2 persons only to a wider sphere of communal love.

If partners to a polyamorous relationship allow casual sex with others, it becomes an open relationship than a polyamory.