Kink Terms Evolve
For better or worse, language changes over time — including the terms we use in kink. These are our chaotic, messy thoughts on those changes. In this episode: We’re no longer live streaming the...
Category: Communication
Communication is one of the few requirements for a successful D/s relationship, BDSM experience, and kinky life. Without the ability to communicate, you can’t negotiate a power exchange or figure out what your partner wants and needs.
While communicate is interwoven into every topic we discuss, these are blog posts specifically about communication to help you grow in your D/s relationship and as a Dominant or submissive.
Emotional Intelligence and Power Exchange
Emotional intelligence and emotional regulation is extremely important for communication and happy, healthy power exchange relationships. In this episode: Join our Patreon during the 2026 Membership Drive What is emotional intelligence? From HelpGuide.org: “your...
Love Maps and Power Exchange
The idea of love maps comes from the Gottman Institute in their studies on relationships, specifically marriage. We wondered if it could be applied to power exchange, too. In this episode: Join us through...
Silly Conflicts in Our Power Exchange
We needed something lighthearted this week, so we’re taking a look at some of the silly little “arguments” we get into. In this episode: Our 2025 Patreon Membership Drive is still going on! Argument...
Q&A: How Do I Support a Partner Who Doesn’t Take Criticism Well?
A submissive agreed to their partner “No” on agreed upon topics, but their partner reacts in a way that’s causing resentment. The submissive knows they need to talk but also knows their partner doesn’t...
