Your first group play won’t be a movie scene; it’ll be bodies, energy, and emotions colliding in ways you can’t fully predict. The real preparation isn’t just condoms and boundaries, it’s learning how to handle awkward pauses, subtle power shifts, and the aftershocks that come once the lights go out. Here are some not-so-basic tips to keep in mind before your first time.

Stepping into the role of a Dominant can feel powerful, exciting, and a little intimidating. Many new Dom(me)s want to do everything “right” but end up overlooking important aspects of what makes power exchange healthy and fulfilling. Here are some of the most common mistakes new Dominants make—and how to avoid them.

When most people hear the word kink, they think of leather, chains, or taboo fantasies. What often gets overlooked is the deep emotional and psychological impact kink can have. Beyond pleasure, kink can serve as a powerful therapeutic tool, offering stress relief, emotional processing, and stronger connections with ourselves and others.

Starting your journey as a submissive can feel exciting, overwhelming, and sometimes a little intimidating. With so much information out there and the desire to “do it right” it’s easy to fall into traps that can actually harm your experience. Here are some of the most common mistakes new subs make, and why it’s important to avoid them.

Meet Vex Ashley, the visionary founder of Four Chambers, a niche porn studio revolutionizing adult entertainment. Their films focus on immersive experiences and emotional depth rather than just explicit visuals. Read our conversation with Vex on porn, sexuality, and what makes Four Chambers unlike anything else.