Full Question: Can you talk about punishment dynamics? What’s fair? What’s too much? How do you negotiate it? Answer: A punishment dynamic is a consensual agreement between partners that the Dominant one will watch and correct poor behavior in the submissive. This can be from following rules and particular instructions or used to break bad […]
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Full Question: Tips for a new submissive going into the lifestyle with a Dom who is also new. Answer: What an exciting time! When you first embark on exploring BDSM and D/s relationships, there’s a lot of new information that is likely to overwhelm you. It can be difficult when you have so many questions
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Full Question: I am a new dom. How do I not come off as a fake dom? Answer: Understandably, when you are new, you feel like everyone is judging you as “real” or “fake,” and it can be hard to find real connections. So, let’s start with what a fake dom really is and talk
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Full Question: Hi! Please, I need help with some rules for a first date. I can’t find it on Fetlife. Thank you so much. Answer: First and foremost, this is a date. It’s just like any other date you may have been on. The only difference is that you are dating someone to see if
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Full Question: How can I approach a Dominant? Answer: Many submissives struggle to approach Dominants due to fear of not appearing submissive as the pursuer. However, it is possible to approach a Dominant with confidence. Here are some tips: Face-to-Face: Online: Overall, confidence, authenticity, and assertiveness are key when approaching Dominants, whether in person or
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Full Question: What’s a good way to bring up your BDSM interests to see if a counselor or therapist is accepting of kink? Answer: I understand how you would want to find a therapist who understands and accepts alternative relationships and sexuality so that you have a safe space for your therapy. As with any
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Full Question: How do I talk to my Dom that I want more pain, especially in spankings? He is worried about hurting me and nervous, but I am okay with it, so how do I show him how and support him in this? Answer: Your desire for more pain is making you ignore something very
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Full Question: How do you know when you’re ready to start sub-training? Answer: It depends on what you consider submissive training. First, let’s discuss what the word ‘training’ really means in a D/s dynamic setting. When you undergo training, what is really meant is that you are learning the mannerisms, behavior, attitude, and activities that
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Full Question: [Trimmed for brevity.] I’m dating a guy who is my potential Dom. He doesn’t DO much of what he talks about. It feels like he’s becoming my kind-of-kinky boyfriend. That’s not what I want. We’ve talked about what I’m seeking & what he wants. In talks, it seems like a perfect match, but
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Full Question: How do I ask my Dominant for what I want without sounding demanding? Answer: First, communication is the only way your Dominant will know anything about what you want and need, so talking about those things is important to the health of your relationship and your submissive journey. Healthy communication styles require practice
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Full Question: How does a brat differ from any other submissives? Answer: Brats get a bad rap among other BDSM participants, and it’s likely because they always look like they want to annoy people. But that’s not really the whole of it. A brat is a bottom or submissive who enjoys misbehaving for attention and
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Full Question: I’m starting to enter a long-distance d/s relationship as a sub. You have a lot of excellent articles about self-aftercare for subs in long-distance relationships, which I’ve made good use of, but do you have any advice for how to look after your dom long distance? Answered by Kayla Lords: You raise an
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Full Question: How do you feel about self-collaring? Answer: I don’t think my personal opinion about self-collaring is necessary, but I would like to talk about what it is and why it can create conflict within the community (and it shouldn’t). A BDSM collar can have different meanings. It can show ownership, devotion, or submission.
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Full Question: I’ve recently given myself to my first dom. It’s an online LDR, but I feel deeply connected to him. we’ve only been talking for about a month, but I have very strong feelings toward him. I’m not sure how deeply he feels for me. Should I separate myself from these feelings or embrace
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Full Question: How do I feel connected with my Dominant the weeks we don’t see each other? Answer: It’s never easy to face being alone when you’d rather be spending time with your Dominant partner. Working on hobbies, hanging out with friends, and interacting with the BDSM community are great for distracting you and making
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Full Question: Do you believe a submissive also has to be a slave? Answer: At Submissive Guide, we focus on submission. We use specific definitions to describe the words “submissive,” and “slave.” They are: submissive – A person who agrees to submit or give up control in a relationship, scene, or activity. slave – A
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Full Question: When talking to a new potential Dom, I find he will write sporadically. There are often days or over a week until he responds to my messages. How much should I expect when getting to know someone? I like to really get to know someone before I commit/ play, and I find that
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Full Question: How do I find a partner who is interested in kink and/or D/s? Answer: This is the most asked question in the Ask Submissive Guide column, so here’s your answer! The first step in finding a partner is going where they are. The good news is that kinksters are everywhere. Unfortunately, we don’t
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Full Question: How can I explain to my wife that while I enjoy being spanked and flogged, it doesn’t mean pain play is my only source of pleasure or intimacy? Answer: Your communication with your wife should be open and honest, even about things in the bedroom. It can be difficult for people to talk
Full Question: What do you do if your sex drive is much higher than your Dom’s, and you aren’t interested in poly? Answer: People’s sex drives tend to wax and wane. Many factors can affect sex drive, from medical conditions and medicines to stress, self-esteem, and depression. Then, issues within the relationship can cause the
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