In BDSM , one speaks of edge play when a type of play involves a certain safety risk for the body or psyche . As the name suggests, it is an umbrella term for border experiences and border crossings. Play on the edge of the abyss, if you will. Edgeplay poses some risks of potential […]
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What does CNC (Consensual Non-Consent) mean?
What is CNC(Consensual Non-Consent) or Metaconsensus? BDSM is always based on mutual consent , the consensus between all parties. This distinguishes BDSM from an act of violence or assault because it means that everyone agrees with the actions. In this context, one comes across the abbreviation CNC again and again. The abbreviation CNC stands for […]
What is BDSM?
BDSM: Four letters, six terms… The abbreviation comes from the first letters of the English terms ” Bondage and Discipline “, ” Dominance and Submission “, ” Sadism and Masochism“. This includes a range of sexual practices that are related and considered unusual by the general public. From the outside, BDSM games are hardly comprehensible […]
Punish me! The BDSM Punishment
What is BDSM punishment? BDSM punishment is a sanction against a specific behavior that is considered inappropriate by an authority figure or institution. The term punishment exists in the field of jurisprudence and theology, and especially in educational sciences. And of course in BDSM, punishment is a key element here, and are used by one […]
BDSM Aftercare – what matters
BDSM aftercare describes the players’ mutual psychological and emotional support after a BDSM session by talking and reflecting on what they have experienced and giving each other physical affection. The aim is to face post-session feelings as best as possible without feelings of shame and to signal the nervous system: You are safe. Why do […]
Dom Drop: Those who fly high can fall low
Experiencing BDSM means joy, ecstasy and intimacy. At the same time, our inclinations come with a lot of responsibility and mental challenges. Things don’t always go smoothly. Even if a session runs safely and all borders and limits are observed, a so-called crash can occur. This is an extremely negative emotional state that can be […]
BDSM Rule: Risk Aware Consensual Kink
Risk Aware Consensual Kink (RACK) is one of the two guiding philosophies for BDSM relationships and activities. RACK was created as an alternative to the SSC (Safe, Sane, Consensual) principle , as many BDSM followers could not sufficiently identify with the latter. Because it is more recent in terms of genesis, it is less common […]
BDSM Rule: Safe, Sane and Consensual
Safe, Sane and Consensual (SSC) is one of the two guiding philosophies for BDSM relationships and activities alongside RACK (Risk Aware Consensual Kink). SSC is older and more widespread in both handling and attention than RACK. Both principles serve as a model and basis for the exercise of BDSM practices and the differentiation from criminally […]
BDSM Symbols: Identification Signs In Everyday Life
BDSM is still largely considered a taboo subject. As is common in many subcultures, BDSM sympathizers also use various BDSM symbols to identify themselves to like-minded people in everyday life. But what conclusions can I draw from the various symbols? And what does BDSM have to do with the Celts? In order not to accidentally […]