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SUMMARY:Talk: Ruby Rare presents The Non-Monogamy Playbook
DESCRIPTION:A practical guide to reframing relationships\, embracing the mess\, and finding joy \nWhether you’re new to non-monogamy\, taking your first steps\, or already navigating your own polyamorous constellation\, the journey can feel overwhelming. In The Non-Monogamy Playbook\, Ruby Rare blends practical how-tos\, personal experiences\, and wider social and political context to help reframe relationships and build confidence in exploring new ways of connecting. \nRuby takes a deep and nuanced approach to non-monogamy\, moving beyond superficial advice to address key questions\, including: \n\nWhy is non-monogamy on the rise now?\nWhat does it mean to decentre monogamy and ‘the couple’ in your life?\nWhy do we prioritise romantic connections over platonic ones?\nHow do capitalism and other social structures shape our romantic and sexual lives?\nWhat do non-monogamous breakups look like?\nHow can we navigate jealousy and communicate more honestly?\nHow can we centre joy and pleasure in non-monogamous relationships?\n\nThis talk offers insights and practical guidance for anyone curious about or practicing non-monogamy\, encouraging deeper understanding and more fulfilling connections. \nSpeaker Bio \nRuby Rare (she/they) is an award-winning sex and relationships expert\, passionate about helping people overcome shame through knowledge\, empowerment\, and celebration. Their work\, shaped by experiences as a queer\, non-monogamous\, dual-heritage person\, began with teaching Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) in schools before shifting to adult education. Ruby is an ambassador for Brook\, the UK’s leading sexual health charity\, and co-hosts The Ins and Outs podcast with Megan Barton-Hanson. A trusted voice in the sex-positive community\, Ruby fosters care and curiosity both online and beyond. \n 
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SUMMARY:Talk:The Psychology of Autism and Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Discover the unique aspects of autistic communication and gain practical strategies for strengthening relationships. Followed by Q+A. \nAutistic individuals communicate and build relationships in unique ways with both autistic and non-autistic individuals. They may face challenges like camouflaging – adapting or minimising their behaviour to fit in – and social rejection. These experiences can be understood through Double Empathy Theory\, which suggests that people with different worldviews may struggle to empathise with each other due to differences in language use and comprehension. \nIn this talk\, Emine Gurbuz will unpack the distinctive nature of autistic communication\, through the lens of Double Empathy Theory. She will focus on the role of non-autistic partners and explore how these experiences affect mental health. She will conclude by offering actionable insights and tools to bridge the gap and enhance understanding and communication between autistic and non-autistic individuals. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7:30pm – come down early to grab a bite to eat! \nSpeaker Bio \nEmine Gurbuz is a senior lecturer at the University of Portsmouth’s School of Psychology and Sport Sciences. She is part of the Centre for Interaction\, Development and Diversity Research which examines social interactions across human development. Her research supports families\, children and professionals in education\, employment and care settings. Emine uses Collaborative Participatory Research Approach to study the experiences of autistic adults using both qualitative and quantitative methods. \n 
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SUMMARY:Talk: Beware the Ides of Musk
DESCRIPTION:Beware the Ides of Musk — is it time to put the brakes on Elon? \nThe world’s richest person is seeking to influence British politics.\nUnelected and unaccountable\, we will talk about Musk – his methods\, misinformation and interference.\nWe’ll ask what we can do to protect democracy and truth in this new era of the American tech oligarch. \nAltered State Host Rudy Millard will be joined by: \nCllr Cara Lavan\, deputy leader Green Party Group\, Bristol City Council \nDr. Marcus Gillroy-Ware\, expert in misinformation and new media at SOAS \nProf. Colin Gavaghan\, specialist in ethics\, law and emerging tech at Bristol University \nIf have any questions email hello@alteredstate.org.uk
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