Glossary
Words and expressions found in articles, blogs, and discussions about non-monogamy and alternative lifestyles in general.
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Compersion - The opposite of jealousy. Joy from witnessing another's enjoyment of something.
Read: Compersion is mudita
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Mudita - (Pāli and Sanskrit: मुदिता, Thai: มุทิตา) sympathetic or vicarious joy. See Compersion.
Read: Compersion is mudita
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NRE = New Relationship Energy - Heightened emotional and sexual feelings and excitement at the start of a new relationship. While not specific to non-monogamous relationships, NRE can have an impact on the other partners which would not be relevant in monogamous relationships.