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Whether you’re monogamous and date one person at a time, or polyamorous and date many people at once, there’s nothing more exciting than meeting someone new. But has anyone ever told you about “New Relationship Energy” (NRE)? Maybe you’ve heard the term and wondered, is it a good thing? A bad thing? We’re here to clear things up. Keep reading to learn what New Relationship Energy is, how long it lasts, and how it can affect your life and romantic relationships.
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- “New Relationship Energy” (NRE) refers to the excitement of a new intimate relationship. NRE can last a few weeks, or a few years, depending on the relationship.
- Signs of NRE include euphoria, infatuation, intense sexual chemistry, and spending lots of time with a new partner at the expense of other commitments.
- Anyone can experience NRE. But the term is especially popular in polyamory and ethical nonmonogamy (ENM) where people manage multiple relationships at a time.
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