Domination & submission _ the BDSM relationship handbook ( PDFDrive )

names, to draw attention to this broad focus. Other groups narrow their focus to
specific interests, like rope bondage, daddy’s girls, or impact play. Some groups
are formally organized, with strict membership criteria and a rigorous set of
rules, while others may
consist simply of a loose association of like-minded individuals who get
together for an occasional coffee. Finding a group that suits you is often as
much about your tastes in group social dynamics as it is about your kink and
lifestyle.
In addition to learning what BDSM groups are, and what they have to offer, it’s
just as important to examine what they are not. They are not swingers clubs,
dating services, or brothels. Their gatherings are not orgies, hook-up
opportunities, photo sessions, or spectator events for the general public. They
are
simply groups of like-minded individuals who gather to share their experiences
and knowledge while making kinky friends and enjoying their company in a
welcoming, safe and non-threatening environment.
As wonderful as all of that probably sounds to many of you, there may actually
be some good reasons why you may not want to seek out your local BDSM
lifestyle group. First of all, if you’re the
sort of person who is exceedingly fearful, prone to anxiety or paralyzed with
shyness in group settings, you may find this to be a path to a bridge too
far. Even so, many people who are face with these challenges have
discovered that becoming involved with their local fetish group was exactly what
they needed to help them face, and overcome, many of their fears.
Another reason why you might actually want to give some serious thought to
whether or not joining a BDSM group is right for you