Grief in Ethical Non-Monogamy - Group Discussion
Tirsdag 10. mars klokken 18:00 - 20:00
Doors open from 17:30, please arrive before 17:50
Mashti Community, Oslo
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This gathering is an open discussion centered on grief in relationships, especially the kinds of grief that don’t come from a clean breakup, but from quieter shifts. We often give ourselves permission to grieve when something ends completely. But what about when a relationship de-escalates? When roles change? When closeness fades? When a future we imagined no longer fits?
In many relationship structures, monogamous, polyamorous, or platonic, change is constant. Yet we don’t always have language or rituals for processing the loss that can come with those changes.
In this session we'll explore questions like the following:
- Have you ever felt grief while still technically “in” a relationship?
- What subtle changes have felt bigger internally than they looked externally?
- Have you ever felt you “weren’t allowed” to grieve?
- Have you experienced friendship drift that felt like a breakup?
- What personal practices help you metabolize subtle loss?
- How do you tell the difference between grief, jealousy, and entitlement?
- Has grieving properly ever improved a relationship?
The goal of this discussion is not to assign blame or pathologize change. Grief does not mean someone did something wrong. Instead, we’re creating space to name experiences that often go unspoken, and to explore how acknowledging grief might prevent resentment, deepen understanding, and support healthier transitions.
The conversation will unfold organically, guided by the reflections and questions that feel most relevant in the room. We’ll listen actively, speak honestly, and hold space for multiple relational styles and lived experiences.
This group discussion invites around 20 people into a setting grounded in respect, empathy, and thoughtful dialogue. It’s open to everyone: people practicing monogamy, polyamory, relationship anarchy, or other models; those new to exploring non-monogamy; long-time practitioners; partners, metamours, friends, and anyone interested in examining how relational change shapes us.
Hosts
For the past three years, Zoran has been exploring sex-positive spaces and alternative relationship types. This journey became infinitely easier and more fulfilling after discovering the Mashti community, where he connected with others on similar paths, people eager to talk, share experiences, and inspire and support one another. He is passionate about creating psychologically safe spaces where people can be vulnerable, curious, and open with each other, and he brings that energy to his role as a group discussion facilitator at Mashti.
Margherita, a queer woman, has long been passionate about exploring polyamory in all its complexity. She approaches this conversation with curiosity and care, hoping to continue fostering shared spaces where the beauty and struggles of different relationship styles can be explored openly and honestly.
Please note that tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by us.
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