How to tell someone you’re dating that you’re interested in kink Marika says: ‘Do not wait for the heat of the moment: there should be space for your partner to reflect, ask questions, and communicate their own needs or limits. This sort of negotiation is integral to safe and rewarding play. [see the link above […]
What makes a good one? By: Sophie GoulopoulosFEBRUARY 17, 2021For News.com.auhttps://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/sex-relationships/sex/terriblesafeword-is-trending-but-should-all-couples-have-a-safe-word/news-story/73066e77611211c77d3ff600ec0765b7 You’ll hear this often: communication is one of, if not the most important element to a happy and healthy relationship. While ‘safe words’ have their origins in the BDSM community, they can be useful for all couples. When you hear the term ‘safe word’, you […]
By JAIMEE BELL05 January, 2021 for Big Think https://bigthink.com/sex-relationships/bdsm-psychology-trauma?rebelltitem=2#rebelltitem2 No, being interested in BDSM does not mean you had a traumatic childhood. BDSM is a kind of sexual expression and/or practice that refers to three main subcategories: Bondage/Discipline, Dominance/submission, and Sadism/Masochism. It has been widely speculated that many BDSM practitioners or people who enjoy the […]
From https://ncsfreedom.org/ Exciting news from the APA’s Division 44 Committee on Consensual Non-monogamy:Our initiative for inclusive therapist directories continues to deliver, as Psychology Today has also updated their directory so people can search for therapists who are experienced in relationship diversity and alternative relationship styles and structures. Stay tuned to our channels for more information […]
From https://www.insider.com/bonding-intimacy-coordinator-end-50-shades-of-gray-bdsm-portrayals-2021-2 Olivia Troy is an intimacy coordinator for Netflix’s “Bonding” and Showtime’s “Billions.” Troy works with actors and directors to create safe and inventive sex scenes. She wants to do away with the “50 Shades of Gray” style of BDSM on film. Olivia Troy was an intimacy coordinator before the role had a name. […]
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On the Journaling Channel of chat, a prompt was offered by Sleepmonger: From what I’ve seen online there seems to be two separate thoughts on safewords in CNC situations. One is that there should always be an immediate out as a form of communication that things aren’t feeling right. The other is that having that […]
On the Journaling Channel of chat, a prompt was offered by Sleepmonger: When it comes to BDSM experiences and interactions what sort of frequency do you need or expect in your relationships? Answer here, in chat, or even on your own journal.
https://www.livescience.com/34832-bdsm-healthy-psychology.html By Stephanie Pappas May 29, 2013 Despite the fact that their sexual preferences are listed in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders as potentially problematic, people who play with whips and chains in the bedroom may actually be more psychologically healthy than those who don’t. A new study finds that […]
On the Journaling Channel of chat, a prompt was offered by Sleepmonger: I’d like to pose a more specific question than I have in the past. I’m curious how those of you who are submissive to someone who identifies as a sadist reconciles the fact that this person who deeply cares about you also enjoys […]