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Rope Bondage is Dangerous
Please don’t engage in bondage without proper training to avoid serious and lasting harm.
While people do refer to kink sessions as play, these can sometimes evolve into very challenging activities on a physical, mental, or emotional level. To make sure you have the best time together, doing some preparation like warmup stretches, setting the mood, and having everything you need are encouraged.
Other than taking workshops to improve your technical proficiency, here are a few other ways you can get ready.
@True_Blue enumerates 4 things you should be mindful of before you get tied up. An easy read, this article is concise and easy to follow, and works as a good jumping board for further exploration into how you can prepare before getting tied.
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This article by @_Alina shares her personal opinion and considerations for people interested in tying or getting tied by them. It’s a great read that tackles things like the possible styles, motivations, risks, and boundaries.
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We’ve all heard about how rope bottoms ought to be able to distinguish circulation loss from nerve damage, articulate concerns, etc. but in this article, @EvieVane explains the one key ingredient that really helps rope bottoms excel.
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