Respect in Shibari

Respect comes from the Latin word “respectus” meaning attention, regard or consideration. Respect is a very important component of Bothe personal identity and interpersonal relationships. To feel respected could be considered a basic human right. Therefore, it is very important to keep it in every relationship. Respect in Shibari is an essential ingredient, for it has to be a joyful, intense emotional experience for everyone involved.

In Shibari, Respect is very important, since power exchange and dominance are implicit in these practices. Without the proper attitude, a scene can become disrespectful, or even violent. Some people think that power exchange has nothing to do with respect. However, BDSM practitioners know that it is possible, provided there is negotiation and consent. If you have those three things established, you won’t have any problem.

Respect is fundamental for any healthy and satisfying relationship. And, although every relationship has its ups and downs, if there is respect, everything will be alright. In Shibari, if you show respect for each other, for their capabilities, opinions, values, beliefs, experience and even boundaries, that will support every part of your relationship and the course of a scene.

If in your relationship or in a Shibari scene, if someone is disrespectful, things won’t work out. She people only looks at their own needs or interest and once they achieve them, they completely forget about the other one. That won’t work. So if you see any lack of respect with your partner, I would recommend talking to them and try to solve it or just walk away.

In Shibari, you will deffinately need respect in order to be confortable, secure and to trust. Both need to feel respected and to show respect for the others. You will deffinately be thankful for having a respectful shibari scene.

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