BDSM is not violence. The guest article by KAPA clearly explains why consent is the crucial difference and why education is so important.
BDSM is not violence. But the prejudices hurt.
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Consent
You’re not a prick for using PRICK!
PRICK sounds humorous, but it’s a BDSM concept for consent and responsibility. Learn how it helps set clear boundaries and foster communication.
FRIES – tastes good even without ketchup and mayo
“FRIES is one of many consent models in BDSM, alongside SSC and RACK, and is particularly a good guideline for beginners.”
RACK – Risk Aware Consensual Kink
The RACK concept cannot be discussed without the SSC philosophy, as it questions the principles of the latter and emphasizes individual responsibility more strongly.
SSC – Safe, Sane, Consensual
With the rise of the RACK philosophy, the usefulness of SSC has been increasingly questioned, as the principle of safety is considered open to interpretation.
Vanilla? Really?
Many people are into BDSM without realizing it. Yet, much of what is practiced in the so-called vanilla realm often has nothing to do with consent anymore.
Rape play – A sensitive fantasy
What is rape play and what makes this BDSM practice appealing? We’ll explain what it’s all about and what to consider.
Getting off on consent in 5 steps
Consent or consensus is a word that often comes up in BDSM. But how do you establish it? How do you negotiate consent? Here are five points.
What does CNC (consensual non-consent) mean?
CNC stands for consensual non-consent, meaning the desire for something to happen against one’s will. Find out what this can look like here.
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