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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.
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Hand and ankle cuffs are among the most popular toys in BDSM. In this article, we provide an overview of the most common variants. Which one suits you?
Row, row, row the boat: paddle
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Topping from the bottom: your wish is my command
When do we actually talk about “topping from the bottom,” how does this phenomenon arise, and why is it such a controversial term?
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