My[22F] SO[22M] of 6 years has brought up the idea of an open relationship-He's been really suggesting it the past couple months. Obviously initially I was really upset and insulted, but once he explained himself and reasons it makes a little more sense. 

Although our sex life is alright, I don't really have a high drive unlike him. I am also strongly considering the military which would have us separated for long periods of time during training and when I get stationed wherever they put me. We're also very young and haven't experienced anything outside of high school and our relationship, but we both love each other very deeply. I think his fear is regret of not having any other experiences - where I don't really care (sex really doesn't interest me much at all). 

So I thought I'd ask the good people of Reddit who has had a successful experience, what the benefits were, how did you make it work, did you have any regrets? 

I am hesitant, but I believe that's a normal reaction - I'm a pretty sheltered person and am very recently coming out of my shell - so this is a little much for me. I'd love to hear all your advice. Thanks!
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My[22F] SO[22M] of 6 years has brought up the idea of an open relationship-He's been really suggesting it the past couple months. Obviously initially I was really upset and insulted, but once he explained himself and reasons it makes a little more sense. 

Although our sex life is alright, I don't really have a high drive unlike him. I am also strongly considering the military which would have us separated for long periods of time during training and when I get stationed wherever they put me. We're also very young and haven't experienced anything outside of high school and our relationship, but we both love each other very deeply. I think his fear is regret of not having any other experiences - where I don't really care (sex really doesn't interest me much at all). 

So I thought I'd ask the good people of Reddit who has had a successful experience, what the benefits were, how did you make it work, did you have any regrets? 

I am hesitant, but I believe that's a normal reaction - I'm a pretty sheltered person and am very recently coming out of my shell - so this is a little much for me. I'd love to hear all your advice. Thanks!
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