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Shibari Fridays

Our Shibari Fridays actually began on a Saturday. We were watching one of those movies in which couples exchange partners; you know, typical swinger stuff. The movie was so boring that we began to discuss the possibility of exchanging partners. We all agreed that we didn’t want to go that far, but we also agreed…
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The Empty Ropes

I can’t stop staring at them. I mean, I watch the ropes, and I see her within, with that wonderful look on her face—a mix of wonder, fear, and sheer excitement. But she’s not there anymore. And all I can see now are the empty ropes. I miss her. I miss her badly. Her name…
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It’s Better That Way

So, I took back consent. And I think it’s better that way. You see, consent is not something that you give once, and that’s it. You have to confirm consent for every scene. Otherwise, something wrong may happen. That’s what I learned the hard way. Jonah and I had been together for almost two years.…
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AI and Rope Games

It was a total fiasco! There’s no other way to describe it. I know there’s a lot of talk about ai AND ROPE GAMES, and how it’s going to make everything better, but that was not the case in my experience. I mean, yes, there are some funny things you can do with AI. However,…
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You Were Right

When we get to a certain age, we all have something to confess. My name is Rudolph, and I’m 89. I worked as a psychologist in my private practice for 54 years, and I had hundreds of clients. For most of them, the treatment was successful. That’s what I’m most proud of, now that I’m…
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Nothing Wrong with Fantasies

There’s nothing wrong with fantasies. I know that. I tell it to my clients every single day. Allow me to elaborate. I studied psychology, and I specialize in neurotic behavior. My customers are an array of unsatisfied people, men and women who can’t leave old grudges behind, and, in general, people who feel frustrated because…
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A Spicy Invitation

Mr. Stanton was my teacher at law school. That’s why I call him “Mr. Stanton” and not Oliver. He was an admired, respected teacher, with a couple of books under his belt and over two decades of a Roman Law class that was always full. That’s why, when I got a spicy invitation from him,…
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Empowered Submission with Shannon Burton

Empowered Submission with Shannon Burton is focused on building blissful BDSM dynamics from the bottom! A submissive’s playground is often found between the growing edge of our limits and the yearning maw of our deepest needs. This presents a challenge: How do we communicate our shifting limits and needs to ensure sustainable, fulfilling dynamics with…
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Shibari Workshop Floorwork Toolkit

If you have started with Shibari and want to get some ideas of what to tie and how to do it properly, then the Shibari Workshop Floorwork Toolkit is for you! First, you will become familiar with several quick and efficient rope ties (1-2 ropes), which you can then adapt for your partner.  We will…
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Shibari Suspension Basics

In Shibari Suspension Basics, riggers will learn what is necessary to get started with Shibari suspensions: Hardpoints and Suspension Equipment: Get to know the basics of hardpoint evaluation and installation and suspension point options for them. Suspension Lines Attachment and Locking: Learn the intricacies of attaching and securely locking suspension lines from different parts of…
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