Hello, Loving Without Boundaries (LWB) community!
I am thrilled to share my latest podcast interview with Kathy Labriola, hypnotherapist, counselor, and author of “Love in Abundance: A Counselor’s Advice on Open Relationships”, “The Jealousy Workbook”, “The Polyamory Break-up Book: Causes and Survival”, and “Polyamorous Elders: Aging in Open Relationships”. At this point, Kathy has become a dear friend of mine over the years, which is is amazing when you think about it, as we have not as of yet ever met in person. Hey! I think I just realized another “Bucket List” item for myself! Whooohooo! I love that! As per usual, we had a wonderful conversation, this time about her second edition of her book of “Love In Abundance.” When I asked her why she decided to write this second edition, she said it was partly because of the 456th email that she received from readers asking her to update it. You see, the world was quite different from 2008 when she wrote her first edition. Wow, that’s 17 years ago! Holy Moly! I hope you enjoy our conversation, from two OGs of polyamory. Kathy, the world is a much better place with you in it, my sweet friend! I love you to the moon and back. Keep shining your light in the world like I know you will, and I look forward to our next conversation.
Here is her Bio:
Kathy Labriola is a nurse, counselor, and hypnotherapist in Berkeley, California. She has provided affordable mental health services to alternative communities for over 30 years. Kathy is author of four books on consensual non-monogamy: “Love in Abundance: A Counselor’s Advice on Open Relationships”, “The Jealousy Workbook”, “The Polyamory Break-up Book: Causes and Survival”, and “Polyamorous Elders: Aging in Open Relationships”. She has been a card-carrying bisexual and polyamorist for over 50 years. She is extra crunchy, rides a bike, lives in a housing cooperative, grows organic vegetables, and raises chickens.
Some topics we discuss in this highly interesting, informative, and entertaining interview:
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Importance of advance communication about expectations in polyamorous relationships.
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Exploration of misogyny and power dynamics in polyamorous relationships.
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The increasing assertiveness of women in polyamorous relationships.
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Understanding sex addiction in context of polyamory.
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Developing more nuanced, sex-positive approaches to addressing compulsive sexual behaviors.
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Importance of avoiding shaming language when discussing sexual behaviors.
- Tune in to listen to this fantastic podcast episode!
Thank you, Kathy, for being so wonderfully generous with your time, and for sharing your work and life with us via the podcast interview! It was enlightening, interesting, and so fun! You can learn more about Kathy Labriola on her website kathylabriola.com or by email.
To hear the podcast, go to the Podcast link here and subscribe to the Loving Without Boundaries podcast, then check out Episode 259 with Kathy Labriola. Also, please help spread awareness of alternative lifestyles and create more tolerance for consensual non-monogamy in the world at large by Rating and Reviewing the LWB podcast in iTunes. It only takes a few minutes.
If you would like to be interviewed either in written form or via audio on the podcast, please feel free to contact me and we will set something up. Thank you!
ANNOUNCEMENT — GUEST PODCAST APPEARANCES
I recently have had the honor of being featured on these awesome podcasts:
40+ Gay Men Gay Talk Podcast by Rick Clemons, Episode 193 where I talk about throuples and polyamory.
Normalizing Non-Monogamy Podcast, Episode 179 as I share my story with them.
Indie Author Weekly Podcast, Episode 112 in which I talk about writing my book, “The Jealousy Survival Guide.”
The Open Nesters Podcast, Episode 14 and hear me chat with them on jealousy, compersion, and how to handle a deep relationship.
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The Love Expansion Experience | January 20-24, 2025
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Over five powerful days, you’ll discover how to:
• Break free from jealousy and insecurity in open relationships
• Release shame and guilt around your desires
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• Set healthy boundaries while loving multiple partners
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Where are you on your non-traditional relationship journey? Are you just starting out, feeling alone and confused? Unsure how to navigate this new world?
On Wednesday, February 19th at 10:30am ET, I am hosting a FREE Live Masterclass called: “The 5-Step Formula My Clients Use to Create Healthy, Loving, Open Relationships (even if nothing has worked before)” in our Private LWB Facebook group.
This Masterclass will show you how to live your most authentic life free from shame & guilt with tools to liberate you from challenging emotions like jealousy once and for all. And, please know that it is USUAL for participants to VERY quickly experience relief and BIG shifts during these events… So Join the Facebook group and then reserve your seat for this life-changing event!
LWB Local Washington DC Metro Area Meetup
– If you’re local or happen to be visiting the DC metro area, come join us for a fun and engaging social gathering at 6:30 pm ET on Wednesday, February 5, 2024, at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub (713 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314).
Join our Meetup Group to RSVP for the event!
>> Looking for more events around the globe? Check out Alan’s Polyamory List of Events to stay informed and connected.
See you on the flip side, lovely community! Keep being brave, compassionately vulnerable, and uniquely and authentically you!
Wishing you peace, love and happiness
(and thrilling, fun sex too!)
Kitty Chambliss, Master Certified Coach (MCC), CPC, TIC
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