There's very little statistical information on open marriages. If you search, you find this: "Different studies have resulted in conflicting conclusions about how open marriages actually function. One study says that 92 percent of open marriages end in divorce, supporting a common notion that marriage without exclusivity is doomed to fail. In contrast, data compiled by researcher J. K. Dixon indicate that 80 percent of wives in open marriages rate their compatibility with their spouse as excellent or good and 76 percent rate their sexual satisfaction the same way."
So, what do I personally think, as this question asks? I think it's a rather obvious answer - if it works for the couple involved, go for it. I don't have any moral issues with it, nor is my business. I know 3 couples who are in long term polyamorous relationships, one of which is still open while the other two are not. They have all been together for over 10 years, so statistically they've outlasted the average 1st marriage in the USA, though the median first marriage is closer to 20 years.
For some people they work. For most they don’t. Most fail to consider the consequences and think that they can have a little fun and then “close” the marriage back up. They don’t really consider what might happen if their partner is more successful at dating new people than them and may even find someone they like more. The amount of stories I’ve read where it blows up in their face is shockingly high.
I don't know of anyone personally with an open marriage, so I have no way to comment on an actual couple practicing open marriage. I think it's difficult enough dealing with two people and all the ins and outs of two personalities. Throwing more folk into the mix sounds like endless complications. I can't imagine it.
That comes over time and by showing them that you aren't a liar. Your partner has to even be into the idea of an open relationship to begin with as well.
We've been doing it for years and have already surpassed the 5 year mark being married. We've been together between dating and marriage for over 20 years. I'm pretty sure I can say our marriage is rock solid. I guess you could say we are that miracle you suggested.
The fact is it works for some and not for others. I'm not an exception, but nor am I proof of it working for everyone. It really does take a lot of good communication and trust to work.
I don't get it. How do you maintain trust? Sometime, in most cases, something other than good intentions can creep in. Someone can possibly catch some feelings, and that creates chaos. What is the point of marriage to begin with if one wants to sleep around?
Catching feelings is the point for us. It's more of a poly relationship in that either of us is free to date who we want and start a relationship with them if it's right. For example, right now I'm married but I'm also dating a really great guy who now lives with us. We all talk like adults about what we are ok with, what we're not, and how we want our time to be split.
What is the point of getting married if you are not going to be faithful to each other? It's as stupid as going to a seafood restaurant and ordering a hot dog.
I get loving someone and them being your partner, your best friend but not working sexually anymore.
that the other parts of the marriage still work but the one missing thing is sex. I think maybe if the sex is the only thing missing and everyone knows what is going on, it could work. but usually with physical, emotional builds and then problems will result
Girl's Behavior 
Guy's Behavior 
Flirting 
Dating 
Relationships 
Fashion & Beauty 
Health & Fitness 
Marriage & Weddings 
Shopping & Gifts 
Technology & Internet 
Break Up & Divorce 
Education & Career 
Entertainment & Arts 
Family & Friends 
Food & Beverage 
Hobbies & Leisure 
Other 
Religion & Spirituality 
Society & Politics 
Sports 
Travel 
Trending & News 
u 
u 
