Shibari Helps Relieve Stress

Shibari helps relieve stress. Thinking about BDSM and the intensity and pain associated to it, it is no one’s first thought that there is something relaxing about whips and handcuffs. But there definitely is.

Everyone experiences stress and anxiety throughout life. Whether in good times or bad times, most people say that stress interferes at least a little with their lives. We all relief stress in different ways; the most common one is to relax and exercise. Some others are not that healthy and are self-destructive like alcohol and drugs. Nowadays, more than half of all men and women admit to having some sort of domination and submission fantasy. Something that was once a taboo is now gaining power and interest.

Shibari Helps Relieve Stress: Studies

Because of this, science has more interest in BDSM than before. Recent scientific research suggests that certain forms of BDSM may have anti-anxiety effects. Similarly, it has other mental health benefits. Rope bondage is one of the BDSM practices that can reduce anxiety. In addition, it can enhance the psychological well being of their participants.

Some of Its Effects

Some say that Shibari can have the same effect as yoga or meditation. During a shibari scene, the submissive or rope bottom enters an altered state of consciousness. In it, they feel totally released from stress. The feeling when you are tied up is like you are not responsible for anything else. You gain a sense of freedom in which you do not have to worry about any responsibility. Shibari is where you can just relax and let go. It can be one of the less stressful moments in your life. For the rope tops, that moment when you tie up your partner, means you can also experience a mental space called “top space.” It is a feeling of deep focus and concentration.

Shibari Helps Relieve Stress.

For these reasons, shibari helps relieve stress. The length of the activity, level of experience, and trust between partners are some factors that can help relieve it. Shibari takes us to another place: one in which we can forget about everything and just enjoy the moment.  

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