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Ponyboy and Ponygirl: Beyond the tails and rides
Pony play is an animalistic aspect of BDSM. But what exactly is a Ponyboy or Ponygirl? In this article, we’ll shoot the breeze…
So… how to get to a BDSM munch?
The culture of BDSM munches is unique to the scene. But what should one wear there? And how does a beginner start a conversation with people?
Fire play: Literally playing with fire
Fire Play is one of the particularly hot BDSM practices. Quite literally. Heat, danger, and fear create a very special mix.
YKINMKBYKIO: I don’t understand it, but I like it!
YKINMKBYKIO stands for Your Kink is not my Kink but your Kink is okay. This is a basic principle of the BDSM community promoting tolerance.
Intox play: Is it BDSM?
Intox Play and Chemsex are currently big topics in the sex-positive community. But can playing under the influence of drugs even be considered BDSM?
Navigating subspace: into the depths of a submissives mind
The term “subspace” is not about the universe but about BDSM. It refers to a trance-like state where the real self dissociates from the role-playing personality…
Pony play – Poetry in motion…
Pony play is a unique form of pet play in BDSM. In this article, you’ll find out what it’s all about and what makes being a pony so appealing.
To hit and to be hit: impact play
Impact play is a BDSM practice in which a person is beaten by another person. This affects both the body and the mind.
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