Category: Beyond tying

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Things You Should Know about Consent

Consent is an agreement between participants regarding what they want and don’t want to happen in a given practice (scene). Basically, it is the fruit of honest communication and negotiation. Here are 5 things you should know about consent: We hope you find them useful. First of all, you should understand that consent is a…
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Introverts, Extroverts, and Passioverts

You’ve probably heard about introverts and extroverts. Moreover, you’ve probably done a quiz or two to find out which type you are, and then read about how you can use your type of personality for better advantage at work or on dating. That’s all fine, really. However, today we want to add a new category.…
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Mild to Extreme

As you know, BDSM is an umbrella term that includes a wide range of activities. We call these “practices,” and they can range from mild to extreme. So, for example, we would consider a lingerie fetish or a foot fetish a mild practice. After all, it only needs a piece of clothing or emphasizing an…
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The Erotic Value of Shibari

There’s an old saying about the difference between pornography and eroticism: if you show the hen, that’s porn; if you only show a feather, that’s eroticism. What they are trying to say is that, whereas pornography is all about explicitly showing every last detail, eroticism is the art of suggestion. One is aimed at your…
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Dealing with a Shibari Son or Daughter

Nowadays, there is plenty of advice on how to deal with sexual diversity or gender identity among family members. However, when it comes to kink, we’re still a little behind. Are you ready for dealing with a Shibari son or daughter? Think of your own children, in case you have them. What would you do…
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Shibari and Friendship

We usually think of Shibari as an erotic practice, and rightfully so. Few things are sexier than tying up your partner and experiencing first-hand the power dynamic between you. However, there is also room for Shibari and friendship. And this doesn’t mean using rope to take someone to the friend zone. Quite the opposite, bondage…
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Keys for Great Aftercare

Some people say that the quality of the aftercare is what separates rope gamers from true artists. If it’s so important, what are the keys to great aftercare? Here are some of them. First of all, aftercare takes time. Think about what happens after you just had sex. Turning around and falling asleep in less…
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Shibari and Romance

Can you combine Shibari and romance? In other words, can you and your partner plan and perform a bondage scene that is also a romantic statement? The answer is yes, it is possible. And we’ll tell you how. We have to begin by remembering that passion is the essence of romance. And passion means intensity.…
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Shibari and Identity

The building of an identity is one of the main concerns in today’s society. Most people believe that everyone has the right to develop their own personality the way they want. How does Shibari come into the picture? Well, there’s a stronger relationship between Shibari and identity than you think. First of all, Shibari can…
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Spirituality and Bondage

Shibari is a multi-layered experience. There’s the physical event of tying and being tied. Also, participants experience an emotional connection and a power dynamic among them. Anyone can see that there’s artistic value in any given scene. And, finally, there is also a spiritual dimension to the scene. In this article, we explore the relationship…
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