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Millennials and Gen Z are forming 'anti-hierarchal' relationships with multiple partners and friends, according to a new study

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A growing segment of millennials and Gen Z are forming “anti-hierarchal” relationships with multiple partners and friends.

Relationship anarchy ( RA ) is a relationship philosophy built around clear values.

36 percent of 25 to 36 year olds have adopted the lifestyle, compared to 15 percent of Boomers.

It comes as no surprise that young people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and practice ethical nonmonogamy are finding that relationship anarchy is for them.

Sam , a 33-year-old music licensing administrator in Los Angeles , says she was “deeply uncomfortable and unfulfilled” by “casual and often unsatisfying” sexual experiences.