Some of the specific kinks within the BDSM community aren't for everyone. Pony play is one such kink. This style of role play can be elaborate, involved, and expensive, but it can also be rewarding and intimate in unexpected ways. What Is Pony Play? Pony play is a type of pet play like kitten play or dog play, among others. Dog and pony play are similar in that actual dog and horse training uses … [Read more...]

What does domination mean to you? If you're like many people, you might have some pretty extreme ideas. But domination doesn't need to be extreme at all. In fact, sensual domination can be enjoyed without pain at all, and it's practiced by all sorts of people. Although you might think of everything whips and chains and punishment when it comes to domination, that's not the only flavor of … [Read more...]

Stumble upon any community dedicated to BDSM or D/s relationships, and you're sure to find someone discussing topping from the bottom, usually in derision. It's apparently a bad thing that's also common. But what is topping from the bottom and how do you avoid it if it's going to be bad for your relationship? In a BDSM scene or D/s relationship, one person acts as the top (also dominant, … [Read more...]

An intense BDSM scene can leave you feeling a variety of things: giddy, orgasmic, capable, connected, exhausted, sore, cold, inspired, and even hungry. For a submissive who receives stimulation and pain, you can expect particular feelings. Those expectations extend after the scene, too, when you might experience sub drop. Subspace To understand sub drop, you have to understand what happens right … [Read more...]

Even if you consider yourself a little kinky, you might be surprised by one fetish: pet play. Pet play can range from playful to extreme BDSM. This fetish isn't for every kinkster, but if you want to set your humanity aside (or train an animal to be his best), keep reading to find out what animal roleplay is about. Pet play is a specific type of roleplay (get inspired to role play with your … [Read more...]

Do you love your D/s relationship? Do you crave even more power (or to give up even more)? Total power exchange might be for you, but this kinky lifestyle isn't something that works without knowledge and preparation. What Is Total Power Exchange? Total power exchange (TPE) is a specific type of power exchange, or D/s, relationship, that some couples practice. While most D/s exchanges happen … [Read more...]

BDSM promises to be a spanking good time, and we've recommended it as a way to keep your sex life interesting. But you should know what you're getting into before you dive in head first. Subspace is one of the things you might encounter but don't know anything about if you don't do your research first. What Is Subspace? You don't have to be in the BDSM scene long to hear the phrase 'subspace,' … [Read more...]