Nonmonogamy and Sex Work

What does nonmonogamy allow? Other than the freedom to love whoever you wish to love?For Zara Shah it allows greater social freedom and a richer view of intimacy. It allows more choices for sexual and romantic partners, and a greater range of hobbies, careers and friendships.Nonmonogamy has allowed Shah, a Pakistani immigrant to Canada and a sex worker in a nonmonogamous relationship - to push the boundaries of what sexual intimacy means to relationships. A committed, nonmonogamous relationship helped her appreciate nuance in sexuality, love and human behaviour. She was able to discover a level of confidence that enabled her success in the sex industry without the shame of the enduring social stigma.Through this lens, Shah discusses the economics and intimacy of sex work, nonmonogamy and religious and social conflict, social rejection, nonmonogamy's intersection with sex work communities and sexual health, and the impact of sex work on mental health.