Editing Polyamory (section)

=== Communication and negotiation ===
Because there is no "standard model" for polyamorous relationships, and reliance upon common expectations may not be realistic, polyamorists advocate explicitly negotiating with all involved to establish the terms of their relationships and often emphasize that this should be an ongoing process of honest communication and respect. Polyamorists typically take a pragmatic approach to their relationships; many accept that sometimes they and their partners will make mistakes and fail to live up to these ideals and that communication is important for repairing any breaches.<ref name="polyoz_values" /><ref name="s.org" /> They also argue that polyamory is a response to challenges of relationships of a monogamous nature.<ref name="bennett" />