Do open relationships work?

Yes, I totally agree that it depends on the type of person. Monogamous people can't last in an open relationship because there is no commitment and stability in the relationship itself. I can't stand seeing or just thinking of my partner with other women and vise versa. Maybe other people are comfortable with an open realtionship because they don't wanna be tied down or committed to that person. And that is their choice.... so they will try to work it out for their benefit.

i think they may work for awhile..but eventually someone becomes jealous or meets someone they just cant live without and someone else is left being hurt...i think relationships take alot of work...

I would personally never be involved in an open relationship. I'm not the kind of person who would enjoy that, because I prefer stability and commitment in my relationships. I guess it depends on the type of person you are and what you're comfortable with. And, it would also probably depend on whether or not you can find other people comfortable in having open relationships, as well. I do not think I've seen an open relationship ever work out. The friends I have who have tried being in an open relationship have not had as much luck as your friends. There was always one person who eventually wanted to become exclusive, while the other person didn't want to go that route. Basically, someone always got hurt. I think that if I were to try an open relationship, I would be the person who would want a stronger commitment in the long run, and be hurt in the end.

I think it depends from person to person.