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Fifty Shades of Pink: The Differences Between BDSM and Abuse

By Amy Posted on February 21, 2015 Posted in BDSM Tagged with Abuse, bdsm, Consent

There is a huge gulf between bondage, discipline, dominance, submission, sadism, and masochism, collectively known as BDSM, and intimate partner abuse. Although it seems as if BDSM and abuse would go hand in hand, that’s certainly not the case. Intimate …

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I’m not Abused: I’m beaten regularly and happily

By Lucy Marshall Posted on February 21, 2015 Posted in BDSM Tagged with Abuse, Beaten, Consent, S&M

How is getting beaten not abusive? Technically, according to your state’s laws, it may fall under battery or domestic violence, however, start by looking at consent.  I enjoy getting beaten- punched, kicked, stepped on, and generally hurt.  I enjoy physical …

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Enthusiastic Consent and Negotiation

By Lucy Marshall Posted on February 21, 2015 Posted in BDSM Tagged with bdsm, Consent, negotiation

I want people I play with to be really interested in doing something with me. I don’t just want the moaning and groaning response of “well, i guess that may be acceptable if it is what you think I’ll want”. …

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