Category: History

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Kink Is OK

Psychologists have been using the DSM guide for decades. In practice, it works as an “official” guide to psychological disorders and their treatment. As expected, one of the most debated and reviewed areas is sexuality. For example, fifty years ago, homosexual behavior was seen as a pathology. Similarly, BDSM was once considered an unhealthy practice.…
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Netflix and Bondage

We’ve all seen the meme in one version or another. And nobody needs an explanation of what is going to happen once it has become clear that there’s no movie to watch. However, thinking of combining “Netflix” and Bondage might come to a surprise, a nice kind of surprise. So, for your next Netflix-No Netflix…
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Shibari among Young People

The younger generation is way more open-minded when it comes to kink. They are willing to embrace alternative sexual practices and validate all kinds of deviations from traditional positions. However, they are also more willing to accuse anything they consider to be wrong. Moreover, they will “cancel” anyone who offends their ideal vision of the…
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5 Reasons for Trying Shibari in 2023

If you haven’t tried bondage yet, now is the moment. Since the times of lockdown, rope games have become increasingly popular. And you may find them enjoyable, too. In this article we offer 5 reasons for trying Shibari in 2023. Number one: to tease. Teasing and seduction are, perhaps, the most entertaining and fun part…
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Inclusive Shibari

Some people, due to their physical conditions, might find it difficult to practice certain activities. That is, it is difficult to include them in such activities. On the other hand, activities which allow many different types of persons to practice them are considered more inclusive. Nowadays, practically all Western societies emphasize inclusivity. And that’s a…
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Shibari and Gender Stereotypes

A gender stereotype is a generalized view about men and women, and their proper activities. Gender stereotypes frequently lead to prejudice, since they establish what a person can or cannot do according to their gender. Shibari, on the other hand, has an essentially kink vision. That is, it allows diversity, creativity, and freedom. Therefore, it…
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The Tradition of Shibari

Japanese rope bondage has a long tradition. Even though it is a centuries-long history, we can point to some key elements which will help us understand the current form of Shibari. Read the article and find out about the tradition of Shibari. Hojojutsu is the origin of Shibari. It is a form of torture and…
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Talent for Shibari

In any human activity, there are those who are better at it and those who don’t possess an adequate profile. This is more evident in art, where natural talents play a heavier role. While in other activities, which you can learn and improve by practicing. Shibari is an art, therefore, it is important to know…
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4 Keys to Domination

For some people, “domination” alludes to leather, spanking and restraint. For others, especially those whose only contact with kink has been “Fifty Shades”, it implies a psychological, almost supernatural power, over someone else’s will. Even though both are partially true, they don’t exhaust the meaning of domination. To make things clearer, in this article we…
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Popular Shibari Positions

There are many ways to tie a person. The only limits are your imagination and the physical possibilities of the human body. However, as in any other activity, there are some popular Shibari positions, which have become the all-time favorites of bondage practitioners. Here they are. The shrimp. In this position, the bottom sits with…
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