She Felt ‘Unhappy’ in Her Marriage of 17 Years. Her ‘Logical’ Solution Initially ‘Disgusted’ Her Husband (Exclusive)

Key Points:

• After 17 years of marriage, Courtney Boyer proposed polyamory to her husband, initially facing his strong rejection but eventually gaining his support after months of open communication and therapy.
• Raised in an evangelical Christian "purity culture," Boyer struggled with shame and dissatisfaction in her marriage until she recognized the need for change following personal burnout and isolation during the pandemic.
• Boyer began dating outside her marriage about five years ago, navigating challenges in the casual dating scene and now maintains a fulfilling relationship with a partner in the UK, with full transparency and support from all involved.
• She credits polyamory with saving her marriage by allowing her to express her authentic self and fostering a relationship dynamic where she feels celebrated and fulfilled.
• Boyer has shared her journey publicly through a memoir and social media, advocating for open, honest discussions about non-monogamous relationships and personal authenticity.