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DefinitionA switch is someone who can fulfill both the dominant and the submissive role within BDSM. Depending on the partner, dynamics, mood, or situation, a switch moves between both positions. Explanation of switch A switch is not someone who is “indecisive,” as is sometimes mistakenly thought, but someone who possesses a broad spectrum of desires and energies. Sometimes the dominant
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DefinitionSubspace is a deep, altered state of consciousness that a sub enters during intense play. It is characterized by a feeling of calm, weightlessness, reduced pain perception, strong focus on the Dominant, and an almost trance-like experience of surrender. Explanation of subspace Subspace usually arises from a combination of physical stimuli, emotional connection, and the release of substances produced by
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A sub, or in full submissive, is someone who consciously and voluntarily takes on the submissive role in a BDSM relationship or experience. The submissive opens themselves up to the guidance, control, or dominance of the other person, often the dominant, and derives satisfaction, excitement, or emotional depth from this. For a detailed explanation, see submissive. More information EncyclopediaLetter S
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DefinitioA slave (male submissive) or slave girl (female submissive) is a person who, within a voluntary BDSM dynamic, submits completely to a Dominant. The submission is consensual, conscious, and based on trust, structure, and mutual agreements. Explanation of slave/slave girl The terms slave and slave girl are used within BDSM for submissives who experience a more intense and permanent form
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DefinitionA service submissive is a sub who expresses his or her devotion primarily by providing services, care, and practical support to the Dominant. The focus is less on pain play or physical control, and more on service, devotion, and fulfilling needs. Explanation of service submissive A service submissive – often abbreviated as service sub – derives satisfaction from serving the
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DefinitionSurrender within BDSM refers to the conscious relinquishment of control, both physical and mental, by the submissive. It is a state in which a person opens themselves completely to the guidance, touch, and intention of the Dominant, supported by trust, safety, and willingness. Explanation of surrender Surrender is perhaps the most essential element of BDSM. It is not about power
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DefinitionAn emotional submissive is a submissive man who experiences his surrender primarily on an emotional and mental level. His deepest desire lies not in physical pain or punishment, but in connection, affirmation, and psychological intimacy with his Mistress. Explanation emotional submissive Within BDSM, there are many forms of submission. Where one person derives satisfaction from pain, control, or humiliation, an
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DefinitionA submissive (also called a sub) is someone who consciously and voluntarily takes on the submissive role in a BDSM relationship or experience. The submissive opens themselves up to the guidance, control, or dominance of the other person, often the dominant, and derives satisfaction, excitement, or emotional depth from this. Explanation of submissive Together with the Dominant, the submissive forms
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DefinitionA brat is a sub or bottom who acts playfully, defiantly, or recalcitrantly toward the Dominant. This behavior is not resistance to the dynamic itself, but part of the play and tension within the relationship. Explanation of brat The term brat comes from English and literally means ‘little brat’ or ‘troublemaker’. Within BDSM, it refers to a sub who does
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DefinitionBrain drain within BDSM refers to the mental state in which a submissive completely lets go of his or her rationality and becomes completely absorbed in the experience. The mind seems to be ‘switched off’, leaving only feelings, surrender, and stimuli. Uitleg Brain drain Brain drain is often described as the moment when a submissive relinquishes all control over their
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