The jealousy workbook: exercises and insights for managing open relationships,

摘要

In her most recent work, The Jealousy Workbook, Kathy Labriola demonstrates her extensive knowledge of polyamory derived from both research and clinical practice. The book provides a road map for the reader to move from a place of jealousy to self-confidence. In clear, easy-to-follow steps, it offers an understanding of monogamy, open relationships, and polyamory. The author uncovers the roots of jealousy, what triggers it, and how to manage it. Labriola breaks down how to handle a jealousy response in understandable terms and exercises. She supplies a wide array of vignettes and advice for managing common issues within open relationships. The author pulls from other qualified professionals in the field to give a well-rounded look at dealing with difficult emotional responses of all types that can come forward within these relationship structures. Finally, she provides a look into how to communicate within open relationships and even gives insight into the reality of what happens when someone makes a mistake in forging ahead too quickly.