July 2026 MN ENM Group - Topic: Advocating For Yourself
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In non-monogamy, asking a partner for what you want or need can be intimidating due to its effect on other relationships, competing priorities, or existing agreements. Likewise, it can be challenging to tell a partner “no” when you understand how much the ask means to them but “yes” just isn’t possible.
Let’s talk through how to advocate for yourself in either position. How do you identify your true need/want? When does renegotiating come into play? Whose responsibility is it to consider other relationships? What happens if the answer is “no?”
This interactive discussion will be moderated by Rusty. We have a soft open at 6:00pm with directed discussion to follow 6:30 - 8:00 before an opportunity to socialize again until the event ends at 8:30. Children/family are welcome and we adjust the conversation accordingly if they are present.
Upon entering the main entrance, our room will be your first right. Please note we will close the door once the conversation starts, but you're welcome to still come and go. We will have non-dedicated waitstaff coming through to get your orders and, as always, please patronize our hosts when/if you can. Note there will be an automatic 20% gratuity on tabs and you're welcome to tip more if you'd like. The full menu will be available to order from. If you opt to come early for their Happy Hour, please inform your server that you're a part of our group. Bringing business in for them is how they provide us a space for free. Routes 9 and 6043 are the main routes. You can also check 643, 645, 652, 663, 672 and 705 depending on your location.
Image credit: Aleš Čerin on Unsplash
Let’s talk through how to advocate for yourself in either position. How do you identify your true need/want? When does renegotiating come into play? Whose responsibility is it to consider other relationships? What happens if the answer is “no?”
This interactive discussion will be moderated by Rusty. We have a soft open at 6:00pm with directed discussion to follow 6:30 - 8:00 before an opportunity to socialize again until the event ends at 8:30. Children/family are welcome and we adjust the conversation accordingly if they are present.
Upon entering the main entrance, our room will be your first right. Please note we will close the door once the conversation starts, but you're welcome to still come and go. We will have non-dedicated waitstaff coming through to get your orders and, as always, please patronize our hosts when/if you can. Note there will be an automatic 20% gratuity on tabs and you're welcome to tip more if you'd like. The full menu will be available to order from. If you opt to come early for their Happy Hour, please inform your server that you're a part of our group. Bringing business in for them is how they provide us a space for free. Routes 9 and 6043 are the main routes. You can also check 643, 645, 652, 663, 672 and 705 depending on your location.
Image credit: Aleš Čerin on Unsplash
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Where is it happening?
Park Tavern, 3401 Louisiana Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55426-4125, United States
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Host or PublisherMinnesota Ethical Non-Monogamy Group
