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Glossary

B C D E F G H K M N P R S

  • Nesting partner

    The term is somewhat controversial, as it means different things according to different authors. But the common part in most definitions is that “nesting partner” refers to the partner with whom we share housing and/or finances and long-term commitments.In some cases it is used as “primary partner”, but not necessarily.

  • New Relationship Energy

    Also known as NRE and Honeymoon phase. Intense excitement, euphoria, and almost electrical sensation typically experienced at the beginning of a romantic relationship.

  • Non-monogamous

    Characterised by non-monogamy.

  • Non-monogamy

    The practice of having more than one partner or having one partner but also having sex with other people. Non-monogamy does not necessarily imply the presence of openness and consent, unlike ENM.

  • NP

    Nesting partner. The term is somewhat controversial, as it means different things according to different authors. But the common part in most definitions is that “nesting partner” refers to the partner with whom we share housing and/or finances and long-term commitments. In some cases it is used as “primary partner”, but not necessarily.

  • NRE

    New Relationship Energy; Honeymoon Phase;