Polysecure
Polyamorous psychotherapist Jessica Fern extends attachment theory into the realm of consensual nonmonogamy, offering a new understanding of how emotional experiences can influence multiple relationships. In her book "Polysecure," she provides six strategies to help individuals cultivate secure attachments in their polyamorous relationships, making it both a theoretical treatise and a practical guide.
Pros
- Expands attachment theory into the realm of consensual nonmonogamy.
- Offers a new understanding of how emotional experiences can impact relationships.
- Provides practical strategies to cultivate secure attachments in multiple relationships.
Cons
- No cons to learning more about CNM!
Why should you read Polysecure?
Attachment theory, which focuses on cultivating secure monogamous relationships, is now being extended into the realm of consensual nonmonogamy by polyamorous psychotherapist Jessica Fern. Fern's nested model of attachment and trauma expands our understanding of how emotional experiences can impact our relationships. In her book, "Polysecure," Fern offers six strategies to help individuals achieve secure attachments in multiple relationships, making it both a theoretical treatise and a practical guide.
Fern's groundbreaking work challenges the mainstream discussions on attachment theory, which primarily focus on monogamous relationships. She acknowledges that many people strive for secure and happy attachments with more than one partner, and she aims to provide guidance for those in consensual nonmonogamous relationships. By extending attachment theory into this realm, Fern offers a new perspective on how emotional experiences can influence multiple relationships.
In "Polysecure," Fern presents her nested model of attachment and trauma, which expands our understanding of the impact of emotional experiences on relationships. She then outlines six specific strategies to help individuals move towards secure attachments in their multiple relationships. This book serves as both a theoretical treatise, providing new insights into attachment theory, and a practical guide, offering actionable advice for those seeking secure attachments in nonmonogamous relationships.
