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...
Some Use Soundless Gags to Enhance Pressure
Nonverbal control—like bondage with silent gags—focuses on pressure or performance rather than voice, It heightens the physical constraint, Silence...
Cold weather makes playing with wax more comfortable. Wax is often used during bondage play because it allows for tighter restraints. This means that cold temperatures make the skin less sensitive,...
Rites of Passage Exist in Kink
Some players mark going from "novice" to "initiated" via ceremonies—like being tied for the first time or publicly collaring, These moments solidify growth and...
There is a rich tradition of using props in BDSM play to add weight and significance to scenes that might otherwise lack an element of gravity. While many people associate props with historical...
Deprivation Plays Go Beyond Orgasm
Beyond orgasm denial, some scenes involve sensory, social, or ritual deprivation—like no music, isolation, or reduced communication. This article focuses on...
Not All Doms Use Punishment
Dominants come in many styles, Some prefer nurturing, reassurance, or sensory control over discipline or punishment, Flexibility and emotional attunement are key, A...
BDSM is an acronym that stands for Bondage & Discipline, Dominance & Submission, and Sadomasochism. It describes a variety of consensual activities involving physical restraint, power exchange, pain,...
We will explore how play can involve a wide range of activities beyond sex and nudity, such as power exchange or restraint. We will also discuss how these activities can be incorporated into...
Energy play refers to a type of BDSM activity involving the manipulation of energy between partners. Unlike traditional BDSM activities such as bondage, spanking, or flogging, energy play focuses on...