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The Sorcerer’s Apprentice

Many people use music during their Shibari scenes. It provides them with a sense of rhythm, it helps participants relax, and it also sets a specific emotional mood. It might not be the most traditional way to do it, but I think it’s a valid option. Likewise, there’s no law that forbids riggers from using…
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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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Shibari Swingers

Swinging couples have been in the kinky scene for decades now. The idea of exchanging intimate partners for providing excitement and surprise to relations that are falling into routine is nothing new. However, there is a new variation of the swinging trend: Shibari swingers. They are long term bondage couples who exchange partners with another…
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The Night Before a Shibari Scene

Shibari scenes are not a thing of the moment. They require thorough preparation. One of the most important parts of that preparation is the schedule for the night before a Shibari scene. Here are some great tips to get the best out of it. The night before a Shibari scene you should have a light…
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How to Appreciate a Shibari Scene

Bondage exhibitions are on the rise, featuring renowned artists showcasing captivating scenes before live audiences. Therefore, to fully immerse yourself in the world of this captivating performance art, it’s essential to cultivate the skill of appreciating a Shibari scene. Read the article and learn how to appreciate a Shibari scene. Patience for Deeper Understanding First…
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4 Tips to Attend a Bondage Event

Going to a Shibari event is always a good idea. You can learn a lot, see some incredible scenes, and get to know interesting people. However, they can also be intimidating for those unfamiliar with the rope community. To help you get the best out of the experience, in this article we share 4 tips…
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Bondage Scene in a Film

I was excited. I mean, finally there was going to be a bondage scene in a film! To make things even better, I was the one chosen to do it. So far, Hollywood has been too prudish about certain things. I mean, there was a point in the late 80s and early 90s when it…
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When in Japan

I always wanted to travel. If my feet spend too much time on the ground, I begin to feel sick. I swear it’s true! Anyway, since I was a teenager, I knew there was only one choice for me: flight attendant. Some friends have asked me why I didn’t choose to be a pilot. Well,…
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Trauma and Kink

Zadist Hkm, one of the members of the “Free the Kink” Facebook group, posted a text about trauma and kink. As any practitioner knows, there are several, intense psychological factors involved in bondage and all other kinks.  Though brief, Zadist’s post is full of insight. For him, trauma is an altered perception of ourselves. “This…
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Chastity Kink

Mac Mclaughlin is one of the founders of the “Free the Kink” Facebook group. He regularly discusses topics related to the kinky lifestyle in the group, and this time he talked about the chastity kink. “Free the Kink” is part of the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF), which is a combined effort of over…
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