Some Practitioners Journal Their Kink Growth: Writing about scenes, emotions, limits, and growth helps clarify desire and track progress, Reflection enhances intimacy and learning, Kink journaling...
Emotional Triggers May Surface During Scenes
Unexpected memories or emotions—like grief, shame, or trauma—can appear mid-play,
These aren't breakdowns; they're opportunities for connection and...
Micro-protocols are short, concrete behaviors that reinforce dynamics within BDSM relationships, small acts that contribute to a larger picture of dominance and submission. These micro-protocols can...
BDSM Spaces Are Often More Inclusive
Many kink spaces actively include LGBTQ+, disabled, neurodiverse, and body-diverse people. Kinksters may be more welcoming than mainstream partygoers because...
Service Tops Don't Always Identify As Dominants
A service top is a person who plays the submissive role during BDSM activities, often providing physical sensations through bondage, impact play, or...
Gender Fluidity Is Celebrated in Many Kink Circles
Unlike mainstream spaces, BDSM communities often encourage gender experimentation—cross-dressing, role reversal, and identity exploration. Kink...
Not All Kink Needs a Partner Solo BDSM is a valid practice, Self-bondage, fantasy exploration, mirror play, or writing scenes can be fulfilling ways to connect with one's own desires and power. For...
There's a Strong Ethical Code
BDSM communities often self-regulate with a strong ethical code emphasizing honesty, safety, and respect. Predatory behavior is called out, and consent violations are...
Invitations to Erotic Workshops
Crush has sponsored or partnered with erotic workshops, such as sensual dance, tantra, or photography classes, connecting readers with experiential learning, which...
Crush is an independent, bimonthly print publication that explores the intersection between art and erotica, celebrating the beauty of sex through visual storytelling. The magazine features...