Misconceptions About BDSM

Fifty Shades of Grey, Consent and the Media’s Representation of Kink

Fifty Shades of Grey introduced many people to BDSM, but its portrayal of consent remains controversial. This article examines how fiction differs from real-world kink, explores healthy power exchange, and explains why communication, negotiation, and informed consent are essential in BDSM relationships.

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BDSM and the Media: The Influence of Media on the Perception of BDSM

With the trailer of the “50 Shades of Grey” movie being released, my Facebook newsfeed and what I have seen on Fetlife in multiple groups, that’s all anyone seems to be able to talk about. I have managed to not see the trailer because I have no interest, but some of the discussions that have come up,

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Why is Submission So Hard!

I’m often stunned by the amount of mail I get from submissives telling me that they thought submission was going to be easy; that they could stop worrying about life, give up all responsibility and just serve someone else’s whims. The fantasy was strong with these men and women and I hate bursting people’s bubbles

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