by Hermes Solenzol Borrowing from the name of a popular website, I fucking love science! I fell in love with science when I was a pre-teen and have studied it ever since. These days I make a living doing scientific research on the physiology of pain, which is kind of convenient for a sadomasochist. I…
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Anatomy for Rope Bondage Safety
In BDSM there is a certain amount of mystique about the things we do. For every activity, from whips to humiliation play, there are specialist communities and infinite levels of complexity. Of course there is a lot to learn about anything, but I think it can be a bit off-putting for people just starting out…
How Japanese Rope Bondage Culture Developed Outside of Western BDSM
Santa left a Taiwanese rope bondage book by 小林绳雾 under the Christmas tree for Master. Amongst the step-by-step illustrations, the author spends some time to understand the subtle difference between Western BDSM culture and Asia’s SM Culture. The book is in Chinese, but it’s a very interesting look at that topic, so I thought it…
What’s the Buzz about Barbershop Scenes and Head Shaving?
“Hi. My name is Keith, and I cruise barbershops. This is one form of legal nudity. Shaving is sexy. The vibration of the razor’s teeth [on my head] is sexy, plus Dad likes it. It makes me look so fucking good.” There are many reasons for getting, giving, or having a buzz cut. There is…
How Ritual in BDSM Brings Us Closer To Our Authentic Self
Every morning when I wake up, there is a breakfast tray on my balcony with food and coffee. In the evening when I go to bed, my boy/s are kneeling beside it. We often talk about rules, rituals and protocols, and I wanted to talk a little about why, of the three, I find rituals…
Human Puppy Play & BDSM Training 4: Basic Training
by Brian Dawson This is part 4 of a 4 part series on puppy play. Part 1: Finding the Headspace Part 2: Types of Dogs and Puppies Part 3: Biology – Veterinary Tips for the Human Dog CANINE BEHAVIOUR, BODY LANGUAGE & EXPRESSION The first goal of the would-be dog slave is to learn to…
The Inner Selves of the Dominant and submissive in D/s Relationships
The magical thrill of the Dominant/submissive commitment is what most kinksters strive for. Not only because of the erotic ambiance that it provides, but there is something visceral about it. When we think of D/s, it can make our heart buzz and give us goosebumps. What really goes on between the stern standing Dominant and…
Human Puppy Play & BDSM Training 3: Biology – Veterinary Tips for the Human Dog
by Brian Dawson This is part 3 of a 4 part series on puppy play. Part 1: Finding the Headspace Part 2: Types of Dogs and Puppies Part 4: Basic Training POSTURE & MOVEMENT There are certain inherent differences in the physiological functioning of humans when compared to dogs. The first that comes to mind…
How To Use (And Not Use) Intermittent Reinforcement in Behaviour Modification
Go into any casino and you’ll see rows of people emptying their purse into slot machines, spurred on by random small wins. Or, if you’re not a gambler, think about the term “addicted to internet porn”. We scroll pages of images or click hundreds of videos, and most aren’t what we’re looking for, but every…
Human Puppy Play & BDSM Training 2: Types of Dogs and Puppies
This is part 2 of a 4 part series on puppy play. Part 1: Finding the Headspace Part 3: Biology – Veterinary Tips for the Human Dog Part 4: Basic Training Show Dog A prissy and proud sort of dog. In this role proper posture and intense concentration upon commands is important. Learning to follow…