As usual, we begin with a disclaimer: there is actually no such thing as non-consent in kink. Partners should not participate in something if they have previously not agreed about it. There are, however, degrees of consent, and in that continuum, Consensual Non-Consent, or CNC, occupies one of the extreme positions. Domination can be as…
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There is a strong psychological dimension of Shibari. Any bondage enthusiast knows, from firsthand experience, about the emotional connection and the power dynamic involved in a scene. However, there is a less explored psychological aspect of Shibari; actually two. Impulsion, compulsion, and Shibari are related to each other. Read the article to find out how.…
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Nowadays, detachment is fashionable as a strategy for a healthier, more meaningful way of life. Detachment is the creation of psychological distance between a person and something that causes them anxiety and stress. Even though psychologists consider emotional detachment as an unhealthy defense mechanism, other kinds of detachment, such as detachment from work or from…
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There are calendars with kittens, sports cars, and motivational quotes. And these are all fine, for those who like them. But, how about a Shibari calendar? As any rope fan knows, bondage is quite photogenic. Therefore, the idea of preparing a calendar for someone dear to your heart might be the first step for a…
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Bondage enthusiasts know that aftercare is as important as the tying itself. Mishandled aftercare can ruin a scene that was otherwise successful. More importantly, aftercare improves the relationship between top and bottom. Therefore, it is important to know how to provide proper aftercare to your bottom. Here you have the 5 keys for aftercare. Cuddling.…
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First of all, a disclaimer: domination is not abuse. Domination is a consensual relation in which one of the parts agrees to act submissively and the other agrees to play a dominant role. Having said that, it is important to notice that, even though we usually think of domination as an act of physical power,…
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Participating in a Shibari scene without clothes is a common practice. Nude Shibari increases the feeling of vulnerability and the sense of intimacy among participants. Here, we talk about the benefits of practicing Shibari in the nude. First of all, being nude during a bondage scene contributes to the positive perception of your own body.…
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Putting a blindfold over your partner’s eyes is, perhaps, one of the most usual kinks of all time. Even people who are otherwise totally vanilla have tried and liked it. And it is one of the most accepted kinks, as proved by the delicious scenes performed by the lovely Shannen Doherty in the movie “Blindfold”,…
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One of the most common ways to exercise domination over a partner is to show strength, both physical and mental. It is important, however, to distinguish between strength and violence. Strength is good because it shows skills, resources, and the willingness to act to protect and care for your partner. On the other hand, violence…
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Nowadays there is a fad about sensory deprivation tanks. Perhaps you saw them on “The Simpsons”. They put you in a place that deprives the senses from any input, so that you’re literally alone with yourself. For some people, it might be the opportunity for a transcendental experience. However, for others, it turns out quite…
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