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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Play with yourself: Ideas for kinky masturbation
For BDSM, you need at least two people, right? Can masturbation even be kinky? You bet! Here are a few ideas.
What is a drop and why does it happen?
A drop occurs when someone cannot emotionally handle a BDSM session and negative feelings take hold. Why this happens and how to avoid it.
Rendezvous? Au revoir!
Ending a date is uncomfortable. But sometimes there’s just no other option. And that’s okay. Here are a few approaches to remain fair and honest.
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What is rape play and what makes this BDSM practice appealing? We’ll explain what it’s all about and what to consider.
Dom drop: Those who fly high can fall low
Despite all precautions, things don’t always go smoothly in BDSM. Here you’ll learn what’s behind a dom drop and what causes it.
Sub drop: reaching the lowest point
Despite all precautions, BDSM doesn’t always go smoothly. Here you’ll learn what’s behind a sub drop and what causes it.
Like a boss – 6 approaches to handle a drop
If the mood shifts during BDSM, it can lead to a drop. We’ll show you 6 possible approaches on how to deal with this situation.
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