BDSM Basics

🔗 Welcome to Your BDSM Beginner’s Guide

Curious about kink but not sure where to start? You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. Whether you’ve been fantasizing about surrendering control, exploring dominance, or just want to spice things up with your partner, this series is here to help you navigate the world of BDSM with clarity, confidence, and consent.

This isn’t about extremes or shock value—it’s about trust, communication, and connection. Each article in this series gently guides you through foundational topics like negotiation, safewords, roles, limits, and how to talk about your desires without shame or confusion. Whether you’re dipping your toes into power play or ready to build a D/s dynamic, you’ll find tools, language, and real-world advice to help you explore safely, slowly, and on your own terms.

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How to Explore BDSM with a Partner

Navigating Curiosity, Consent, and Kinky Conversations

August 4, 2025 Tags: BDSM Communication
You’re curious about BDSM—and that’s a great place to start. Whether you’re craving control, submission, or just a little something new in the bedroom, this guide will help you explore what excites you, understand your own desires, and talk to your partner without feeling awkward.
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Is Bdsm for Me?

Explore your desires and how they align with BDSM

Do you find yourself dreaming about BDSM but you’re not sure if you’re ready? I’m here to help. I’ve got the questions you need to ask yourself (and your partner) to make up your mind and a roadmap for you to follow when you do decide you are ready. And we’ve even got some of the potential roadblocks you need to keep your eyes out for.
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BDSM for Beginners

Unfolding the Intricacies of Power & Pleasure

As we kick off our expansive series on BDSM, we start with the very basics: What exactly is BDSM? BDSM is a portmanteau of initialisms that represent several subcategories: Bondage/Discipline (B/D), Dominance/Submission (D/S), and Sadism/Masochism (S/M). It is an umbrella term that covers a broad range of sexual preferences, interests, and practices, each of them centred around a power exchange between consenting partners. Moreover, BDSM is not just about sexual activities; it is a distinct way of expressing and exploring relationships, advancing a unique balance of power, submission, and mutual respect.