“Welcome to Better Marriage Daily, where we give you tips on how to love each other in spite of each other.”

Today we step into a buzzy topic: open relationships. We’re not preaching or prescribing—just two people exploring honest questions about love, commitment, curiosity, and capacity. We talk through what “open” can mean, the values that anchor our marriage, and why Sean says, “It’s a lot of work just taking care of Vanessa—much less adding more women to fully take care of.” Translation: emotional labor, time, money, schedules, and hearts are real.

We cover potential upsides people mention (radical honesty, expanded community, personal growth) and real risks (jealousy, inequity, safety, secrecy, drift). Then we share how we test decisions against our non-negotiables—faith, trust, health, and long-term vision—and why, for us, intimacy thrives when the “we” comes first.

Whether you’ve considered openness, dismissed it, or you’re just curious, this episode gives you language, questions, and practical guardrails to keep your connection strong—no matter your choice.

(We’re sharing our experience, not counseling or medical advice. If you’re navigating big changes, consider a licensed therapist you both trust.)

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