Hello, Loving Without Boundaries (LWB) community!
I am very excited to share my latest podcast interview with C.L. Aaron, a non-monogamous co-author of “The No-Bullshit Guide to Ethical Non-Monogamy: The Curious, the Cautious, and the Currently In It”, and former educator. Can I just tell you that this recent book on ethical non-monogamy (ENM) is so refreshing, honest, and wicket smart – written by a couple (C.L. and D.L. writing under pseudonyms so that they can protect their privacy while authentically sharing their experience and insights) is so refreshing, sincere, and real?! This brief write-up sums up their writing style and background beautifully:
“C.L. Aaron and D.J. Aaron are the writing partners and founding members of C.L. Aaron Publishing. Writing under pseudonyms to maintain professional privacy, they unite deep experience from the fields of psychology, law, and education. Their work is driven by a commitment to creating books that are honest, clear, and immediately applicable — distilling complex topics into actionable guidance without the fluff.”
Thankfully, there is a growing amount of resources available for the newly (as well as curious or lifelong learner) ENM person(s) to reach out for. Yet this piece of work is worth adding to your collection and collective wisdom. C.L. and D.L., thank you for putting yourselves out there sharing your ENM experience, for your diligent work in putting this book together, and for gracing us with your hard-earned wisdom that drives right into the heart of what it’s like to practice ENM in real-time while building a family that works for YOU.
Here is his Bio:
C.L. Aaron is co-author of “The No-Bullshit Guide to Ethical Non-Monogamy” (2025), a practical toolkit for ENM from a married couple’s lived experience. With backgrounds in law, psychology, and education, C.L. shares unflinching tools for jealousy, boundaries, and ethical traps.
Some topics we discuss in this highly interesting, informative, and thought-provoking interview:
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How honest communication and valuing their shared history helped navigate the initial reaction of opening their marriage.
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Expanding boundaries through non-monogamy experiences.
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How exploration brought mixed feelings but ultimately fostered excitement and connection.
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The importance of not rushing into new partners to allow healing and reflection.
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Managing family dynamics became a priority after one of their three children discovered their lifestyle.
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Frustration with oversimplified advice and the prevalence of unethical behaviors in non-monogamy.
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Emphasis on creating shared language and realistic expectations rather than rigid rules or ideals.
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Tune in to listen to this fantastic podcast episode!
Thank you, C.L., 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 C.L Aaron on their Website.
To hear the podcast, go to the Podcast link here and subscribe to the Loving Without Boundaries podcast, then check out Episode 284 with C.L Aaron. 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:
Open Window Institute Podcast with Jesse Dean, released February 10, 2025, where we discuss struggling with debilitating stress and anxiety on my journey to emotional freedom fulfilling my mission.
The Sensitivity Doctor Podcast by Dr. Amelia Kelley, Episode 109 where we discuss healing codependency.
Indie Author Weekly Podcast, Episode 112 in which I talk about writing my book, “Jealousy Survival Guide.”
Normalizing Non-Monogamy Podcast, Episode 179 as I share my story with them.
Poly Weekly Podcast, Episode 540 in which I talk about my insights on jealousy and my book, “Jealousy Survival Guide.”
Multiamory Podcast by Dedeker Winston, Episode 140 where I talk about the lessons I’ve learned as a polyamorous person who struggles with jealousy.
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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 6:45 pm ET on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Bus Boys & Poets Arlington (4251 Campbell Avenue, Arlington, VA 22206). NOTE LOCATION CHANGE! (and with that: Location subject to change.)
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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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