ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Polyamorphism

Polyamorphism is like having more than one best friend. You know how you can have different friends for different things like playing games, sharing toys, or telling secrets? Well, some grown-ups like to have more than one boyfriend, girlfriend, or partner.

Just like you have different friends for different activities, polyamorous people might have different partners for different parts of their lives. They might have one partner to go on dates with, one partner to cuddle with, and another partner to talk to about really important things.

Polyamorous people talk a lot about what they want and need from their partners, and everyone who is involved agrees to be honest and open about everything. This way, nobody feels left out or surprised by anything. It's important to always be respectful and kind to everyone involved in a polyamorous relationship.