BDSM/Kink Education

Shibari is a Japanese term that refers to the art of tying ropes in intricate patterns around the body. Originally used in hojojutsu, the traditional martial art of tying prisoners, Shibari has...

Introduction A dominant is a person who takes control and assumes the dominant role in a BDSM scene or relationship. The dominant is responsible for setting boundaries, guiding the submissive's...

Introduction Submissives are individuals who take on a submissive role in a BDSM dynamic. This type of dynamic involves one partner taking on the role of the Dominant, while the other partner...

Introduction Aftercare is an important part of BDSM and it is the time when participants in a BDSM scene take care of each other and process the experience. Aftercare involves providing emotional...

Edge play in BDSM often refers to a type of BDSM activity that involves pushing beyond the boundaries of safety and consent. It encompasses activities that are considered to be high risk,...

For many in the BDSM/Kink community, especially anyone who are in TPE and dynamic relationships, the use of honorifics as titles of respect or endearment can be really important. However,...

We are huge believers that knowledge and guidelines provide safe parameters for play.  ​ If you want to try BDSM, and you want to do it safely, here’s some basics to keep in mind as you...

Dynamics and Relationships Dynamic is a term for the roles consenting people adopt and the way they behave toward each other in the BDSM/Kink aspects of any relationship or...

There are a wide range of Kinks and Fetishes. Some you may have heard of, many you probably haven't. There are a number of lists out there on various websites, this list is by no means a...

Negotiating play is vital for new players or for those who have never played together. Once you get to know someone, you can likely forego some negotiation for spontaneity unless you have...

“Vetting a new partner” means making sure they are who they say they are and doing your best to make sure they’re safe. It’s an old school practice in BDSM that gets ignored too often in today’s...

Collar's aren't just for our furry friends, in fact, the term collar can apply to many different things. It is important to consider the purpose and context of the collar before using it. Here...