Ethical Dom Training Includes Emotional Literacy Dominants learn to recognize non-verbal cues of stress: clenched jaw, tucked chin, frog-legged positioning, Emotional IQ guides play more than...
What is an "Emotional First Aid Kit"?
An "Emotional First Aid Kit" is a collection of tools and items that help soothe and comfort individuals who have experienced intense emotions after a BDSM...
Mirrors May Mark Emotional Turning Points
Watching oneself break during a scene can be powerful, whether it's crying, surrendering, or something else. Partners often need to watch their partner...
Emotional "Laundry Lists"
Apply Submissives sometimes write lists of what support they need post-play—like: "Just hold me," "Don't ask questions," or "I need food and water." Having these lists...
How do some dominant partners track their energy levels?
Some dominants monitor their own emotional reserves, choosing lighter play on high-stress days or saving intense scenes for when they are...
Some people mediate scenes emotionally afterwards like athletes using cool-downs. These people may be engaged in a BDSM scene that was highly intense or emotional for them, and they feel the need to...
Some Submissives Need Emotional Control, Not Physical
Many submissives are more aroused by being told what to say, think, or feel than by being restrained. They derive pleasure from verbal or...
Emotional Play Can Be the Most Intense
Pain is not always the most intense sensation one can experience during BDSM play. Emotional play, which involves manipulation of the submissive's mental...
The inclusion of erotic self-care is an important aspect of human life that often gets overlooked or ignored. It involves activities that are designed to promote physical and emotional well-being...
Focus on Authenticity over Perfection in RHK
RHK is a city known for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant culture, but it also has a unique approach to photography that sets it apart from other...