If you begin relations with another person during that time, this is a breach of the relationships understanding, and you are no longer considered exclusive. This is often considered unethical non monogamy, or ENM. Therefore, ethical non monogamy means having multiple sex partners.

What is unethical monogamy?

Ethical non-monogamy is a broad term that encompasses any form of relationship (romantic or sexual) that doesnt take the form of an exclusive, monogamous relationship between two people. It can be liberating, fun, a lifestyle choice, or simply just the way you are.

Whats the difference between polyamory and ethical non-monogamy?

Ethical non-monogamy is an umbrella term, and polyamory is just one way to practice it. Polyamory is having intimate relationships with multiple people at the same time. In other words, you can have more than one romantic partner at the same time. Polyamory is a form of ethical nonmonogamy — but its not the only form.

What is a non monogamous closed relationship?

While polyamory is considered an open relationship style, polyfidelity is closed, in that the multiple people involved do not have relationships with people outside their group.