Sensual Domination

The goal of the dominance and submission (D/s) method, known as "sensual domination", is to please every sense. Pleasure is celebrated over suffering in sensual dominance. Unlike some types of D/s, it does not entail aggressiveness, violence, or humiliation. It is frequently interpreted as a moderate or gentle authority.

Many of the equipment used by sensual dominants—such as blindfolds, oils, ropes, ice cubes, and feathers—are also used by vanilla couples who experiment with BDSM. To limit the submissive's range of motion, the dominant party may lightly bind their wrists or feet. In addition, they might employ mental bondage, which is commanding their partner to remain still without any physical restraint.

They might trail feathers around the submissive's body, apply oils to their flesh, or glide ice cubes over their body. They could use whispers or a soft voice to congratulate their subordinate. To eliminate the submissive's sense of sight and enhance their senses of touch, hearing, and taste, they can blindfold them. Role-playing and shoe or foot worship are other examples of sensual dominance. Sexual activity may or may not be a part of it.

Instead of making fun of the submissive, the dominant person treats them with respect and admiration. Nipple clamps and gentle floggers, for instance, may cause some minor discomfort, but this is never the main emphasis of sensuous control. Instead of pushing the submissive's boundaries, any suffering should enhance the pleasure.

More intimacy and sensual freedom can be experienced by couples that practice sensual domination. It can be exciting to share and establish boundaries together. So can submission to someone else and get pleasure in return, or control someone else's sexual enjoyment. People can also find new sexual opportunities and turn-ons through sensual dominance.

A pair engaging in sensual dominance may have clear roles, with one submissive person usually assuming control and the other being dominating, similar to different types of D/s. As an alternative, both parties could decide to alternate taking and relinquishing power to experience various facets of sexual pleasure.

The goal of a sensuous dominant is to get their submissive partner to subspace, even if they avoid many typical D/s techniques. Sensual dominance frequently leads to a longer duration of subspace since it is easier for a submissive partner to shift out of pain than pleasure.

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According to some, role-playing can help couples establish a sexual dream, which can serve as a solid foundation for sensual dominance. The couple might pretend to be a doctor and a patient, a teacher and a pupil, or a police officer and a criminal, for instance. These situations can inspire the props and costumes that bring a scene of sensual dominance to life.

Others might disagree with the function of character adoption as a springboard for sensual dominance. Alternatively, the experience could be based on activities that make the Dominant's pleasure the main focus. To achieve this, experimenting with sensual control can be significantly aided by performing acts of service (like feeding or massaging the sub) and by creating a scene in which the Dom (me) is dressed, and the sub is nude.

A collar around the submissive's neck is a common tactic used by some sensual dominants. A collar is a classic D/S tool that indicates a person is a member of a dominating group. Wearing the collar serves as a reminder to the submissive of their role and consent to relinquish power while the collar is around their neck. Additionally, collars serve as a visual cue for the dominant to remember their own commitment to protect their subordinate.

It's crucial to maintain an open mind no matter how you integrate sensual dominance into your sexual life. This method can assist you in finding new delights and turn-ons you may not have thought of before the play session. While the Dom (me) should concentrate on their desire to be pleased, the sub should always have the desire to please at the forefront of their thoughts.

Many sensual dominance practitioners believe this type of dominance requires more excellent skill than regular D/s. Sensuous dominance requires more patience and a deeper comprehension of a submissive's turn-ons and mental state. Before a play session, a dominant can better understand their submissive and improve the play by having an open discussion about turn-ons, turn-offs, and restrictions.

It's still a good idea to use a safe phrase and safe action before playing, even though sensual domination is a pretty mild kind of D/s. This ensures the submissive is never forced to leave their comfort zone during the engagement. The submissive can be sure that the dominant will halt or slow the activity based on their agreement if they say their safe phrase or do their safe action. Trust is developed by listening to a submissive and following their safe phrase or action. To strengthen their relationship and assist their submissive in returning to normal, dominants should provide aftercare following a play session.