This week we're celebrating Brian's new book, "Love Beyond Monogamy," which comes out this month! In this book, he explores the themes of polyamory, spirituality, and the importance of love in various forms. Brian shares insights on how the book addresses both monogamous and non-monogamous audiences, emphasizing the sacredness of ALL relationships. The conversation also touches on the societal stigmas surrounding queerness and non-monogamy, and Brian reads an excerpt from the book that illustrates his perspective on spirituality and connection. This book is not just for poly folks or queer folks, it has so much for everyone.
Takeaways
The book is about polyamory and spirituality.
It addresses love in all its forms, not just romantic.
Spirituality is a key theme in understanding relationships.
The book aims to celebrate connections beyond monogamy.
Brian emphasizes the importance of pre-orders for authors.
Polyamory is often misunderstood as solely about sex.
The book is for both monogamous and non-monogamous readers.
Brian shares personal experiences with queerness and spirituality.
The book includes a reading about finding God in community.
Brian hopes the book will serve as a healing balm for readers.
Chapters
(01:17) Exploring the Essence of the Book
(04:57) The Role of Spirituality in Relationships
(08:24) Reading Excerpt: The Polyamorous God
(13:11) Dreams and Aspirations for the Book
(15:43) The Gifts of Polyamory
(21:15) Addressing Skepticism Towards Polyamory
(24:26) Logistics and Upcoming Events
Resources:
Get Brian's book, Love Beyond Monogamy: How Polyamory Can Enrich Your Spirituality, Faith, and Relationships
Join our online community at Sanctuary Collective Community
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