Full Question: How can we make a collar ceremony, like on which condition does that append? Answer: Creating a collaring ceremony is a significant milestone in a D/s relationship, marking a deep commitment between partners. The ceremony can occur at any point after the negotiation phase, though some may wait until they intend their commitment […]
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Full Question: How do you move on from a dynamic that was ended in an unclear way or with unresolved issues? We are still in the same community, and I don’t want things to be this awkward, but they are very uncomfortable right now. Answer: Navigating a breakup can be challenging, especially when unresolved issues
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Full Question: Do you think it is a must to have a contract? I’m not sure I’m comfortable with having one. Answer: I can understand your hesitation, so let’s get this out of the way right up front: BDSM contracts are not required to have a happy, healthy relationship. Many relationships function just fine without
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Full Question: What are some ideas for keeping long-distance D/s engaged and spicy? Answer: Building an engaged long-distance D/s relationship takes a lot of patient work, but with some simple ideas, you can keep your relationship going with lots of connection and spicy play. First, a long-distance relationship will rely on a lot of communication,
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Full Question: How can I avoid getting too attached to or developing romantic feelings for a Dominant with whom I’m not in a romantic relationship? Answer: Whether you’re in a casual relationship with this Dominant or just a really good friend and are beginning to crush on them, trying to avoid developing feelings of love
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: 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: 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: 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: 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
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Submission is more than permission—it’s an active role in D/s relationships. Learn how to make yourself available to your Dominant and foster a deeper, more open power exchange.
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My first experience of being kinky was in the bedroom when I asked my partner to tie me up and have his way with me. At the moment he emphatically said yes, I was hooked. Like me, you may find that exploring sexual submissiveness is a fun, exciting way to bring an element of power
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Full Question: Thoughts on lending out a sub? Feels unethical to me. Answer: My personal thoughts on sub-lending are not important to this question, but it did bring a few thoughts to mind that I wanted to cover. The line we often don’t like to cross, which is frowned upon in mainstream culture, is the
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Full Question: What if your Dom doesn’t want to compromise? Is it his way or no way? Answer: Just as I’m sure you have things you are unwilling to compromise on, your partner can have things they refuse to budge with. The deciding factor for any relationship is determining compatibility. This includes the areas where
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