Hello, I'm Eddie Solien, a name that might not ring a bell, but a story that resonates with the struggles and triumphs of many. Living with severe heart failure, left ventricle dysfunction, atrial fibrillation with a 16% output reduction ejection fraction, not to mention grappling with Auto Immune Pancreatitis and Type 2 Diabetes, my life is a tapestry woven with the threads of health challenges. But there's more to my story. I am also a proud member of the LGBTIQA+ community, celebrating an eight-year committed relationship in 2023.

Amidst the whirlwind of health scares and societal labels, I've often pondered over the nuances of relationships, particularly in the context of trust and communication. The question that frequently arises in the back of my mind, like a nagging whisper, is: Is it okay to message other people when you're in a committed relationship, without the fear of infidelity?

Let's unravel this, shall we, in a manner that Carrie Bradshaw might muse over a Manhattan skyline.

In the modern tapestry of relationships, messaging others doesn't automatically signal a red flag for cheating. Relationships are not just about physical attraction – I still find my partner as sexy as ever – but about deeper foundations of trust and understanding. The key lies in communication, the bedrock of any relationship. It's about being open with your partner, sharing your fears, your joys, and yes, even the casual chats you might have with others.

Trust, after all, isn't about leashing each other or peering over shoulders. It's about believing in the strength of your bond, the unspoken understanding that no matter how many people enter your chat inbox, your heart is committed to that one special person.

In our community, where we've fought long and hard for acceptance and the freedom to love, trust takes on an even deeper hue. It's about supporting each other, understanding the battles each has fought – both within and outside. And amidst all this, if a casual conversation with someone outside your relationship happens, it's not a betrayal, unless it crosses the boundaries you and your partner have mutually set.

So, in the end, it all boils down to the individual contours of your relationship. Every relationship has its unique rhythm, its unwritten rules crafted by the two hearts beating in it. For me navigating this path of love, trust, and health, it's about balancing the nuances of my conditions with the warmth of a relationship built on understanding, laughter, and an unbreakable bond of trust.

As I continue my journey, with my partner by my side and a network of friends and acquaintances just a message away, I am reminded that life, in all its complexity, is a beautiful dance of relationships, health, and the enduring power of love.