Exploring Love and Connection in a Polyamorous Relationship

Embarking on a college journey in New York, I found solace and grounding in my relationship with Jake, my high school sweetheart. Together, we navigated the challenges and excitement of newfound independence. As life's circumstances led to a long-distance relationship, my exploration of New York's vibrant nightlife brought me face-to-face with a realization: my capacity for love extended beyond the bounds of a singular relationship.

Confronted with the complexities of my emotions, I proposed to Jake the idea of non-monogamy, suggesting we date others while maintaining our connection. To my surprise, Jake received the idea with calm understanding, and so we embarked on a journey of polyamory—dating, flirting, and experiencing new connections under a set of mutually agreed-upon boundaries.

Our open communication allowed us to navigate the challenges of jealousy and deepen our bond. When Jake's career led him to Washington D.C. and I found myself enamored with Francesca, a woman I met in a New York club, our relationship dynamics evolved, accommodating our connections with others.

As Jake and I eventually moved in together, we embraced the additional relationships we each had fostered—Jake with Ariel and I with Francesca—finding a unique harmony in our polyamorous lifestyle. This arrangement has ignited a passion within us and fortified the love and trust we share.

Our experience in polyamory has become a testament to the strength and adaptability of love, demonstrating that with open hearts and clear communication, love can indeed be boundless.

About the Hedonistologist: The Hedonistologist project is the brainchild of a French-born designer with a passion for drawing and celebrating the human form. By infusing erotic art with a fresh, personal aesthetic, the project seeks to explore natural sensuality and the diverse expressions of sexuality and wellness in human culture.

To discover more about the Hedonistologist's vision, follow the artist on Instagram.

About I Feel You: #IFeelYou is a movement that celebrates the power of technology in fostering connections, love, and equality. It stands as a testament to the belief that no distance can sever the ties that bind hearts together. Through the collaboration of KIIROO and the Hedonistologist, #IFeelYou is a celebration of free love, articulated through the fusion of art and technology.