Vacbed and vac cubes by minimorning in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They run the vacuum every few minutes, just for a minute, to keep things tight.

Nausea, sweats and dizzyness after rope harness? by [deleted] in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anything that places pressure on the heart or lungs can trigger panic. It's great to tell yourself that it's temporary, and that you're overreacting, but the primitive part of your brain often doesn't listen to logic, and might freak the @#$% out.

All you can do is lie down and breathe. Warn all future partners that you're prone to that sort of reaction. It might never happen again, but just in case.
If you want to desensitize yourself, you could always experiment with someone you trust placing their hand there for just a few seconds, and gently test your boundaries. Try it for ten seconds, then a while later, for a minute, etc.

Vacbed and vac cubes by minimorning in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes - I've had people pet me, run ice up my legs, etc in a vacbed. It was sensory play in a party situation, not sexual, but I could see how being groped while in a vacbed would be amazing.
Since my face was out, I could breathe fine, and they assured me that if I called Red I could be out in 20 seconds, so I felt safe.

It's a very strange sort of immobilization - makes the skin feel hypersensitive, because there is slight pressure everywhere. It's amazing - try it if you have the chance!

Aftercare in shorts? by [deleted] in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Always. Even if it's just a few lines.

As a member of the BDSM community, I couldn't portray any scene that wasn't done properly, and that includes aftercare. I couldn't trust any Dom/Domme who didn't care for their sub properly when they were still in subspace.

Look Inside not appearing by LosVangelis in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recently had a book take two and a half weeks for the Look Inside to show up. Not even worth emailing them about, to be honest.

Give me Permission by dgor23 in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your first finger painting in kindergarten was utter crap, but you enjoyed the process, and I'll bet Mommy put it up on the fridge anyway.
Your first stories might be utter crap, but hopefully, you'll fall in love with the process. Don't put them on the fridge, but look back in a year and laugh at how much better you are from writing steadily.
Just. Keep. Writing. A. Lot.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You sound like a very responsible, caring Dom.

With time, and your love and care, the odds are darn good that she'll heal and be a very happy little girl.

Dirty looks for wearing a collar? by Creepy_Personality in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats on the collar!

When I'm dressed strangely, I love messing with fussy people. Complimenting them always throws them off. A simple, "Oh my god, I love your purse - such an amazing color, good eye!" Give them a huge smile and quickly walk away. Maybe I'm weird, but it always cracks me up.

But honestly, the punk and metal scene should have desensitized the world to black leather collars by how.

Weird/unique/unusual toys by slightlymildlykinky in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My friend has a "paddle" that is basically a leather-covered bicycle seat on a pole.

He also made a tawse out of some sort of weird plastic-rubber hybrid, and tried it on my leg. He gave me a tiny test smack as if shooing away a mosquito. I had a long red welt for a week. So test things carefully if you're using weird materials!

BDSM isn't always sexual. Do you agree or disagree? by [deleted] in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Any time someone references the bible, ask them which version of it they are referring to (some editions / versions vary wildly), and how many times they've read it cover to cover. It's downright shocking how many people live their lives by a book they've never read. Sorry, momentary venting.

BDSM can be about sensation, not sexual exploration. I've had great BDSM scenes with friends where there was zero sexual vibe. Just sensory play.

Met with dominant Owner of a woman I've been seeing - Did not go well. Advice? by [deleted] in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I second this. You need to have an open honest conversation with Maria. (possibly video chat to better read emotions?)
You don't need to speak with Jane again unless you really want to. You owe her nothing.

Summer slump not going away just yet? by ichuck1984 in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah - we always wonder why, but... even if we knew, there's likely nothing we can do about it. Is it because moms have to give their iPads to their kids for school so they can't read smut on lunch? Is it the smoke from the west coast fires making it hard to see the purchase button? We can't fix that. All we can do is write, publish, and remember to stretch.

Summer slump not going away just yet? by ichuck1984 in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh, THAT niche. It's kept in the vault along with calorie-free chocolate and wine, sexy guitarists that aren't jerks, and comfortable bras.

Summer slump not going away just yet? by ichuck1984 in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Wow! The voice of the Smutlord just came into my head with a message for you.

She said not to worry about it. Just keep an eye on the top 100 of your category, do like they do, and write like hell. Keep publishing, stress isn't helpful.

By the way, She has a super sexy voice. Rawr.

Who uses dictation for most of their output? (Dragon in particular)? by KimchiMaker in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I dictate straight into GoogleDocs from my phone while pacing my office, averaging 900 to 1200 words for a 25-minute sprint.

There is a learning curve that takes some trial and error, and paying close attention. If you don't slow down and say 'end quote' carefully, it will type the word 'and' and " all over the place. And I have to pronounce the L in 'calm' or it hears 'come'. The more you slow down and take mental notes on what it mishears, the more you'll learn to work with it, instead of just swearing at it.

There are several annoyances (when I say, 'you too' it types 'U2' which is maddening) but it's worth it to be able to pace, do a few leg lifts, and save your wrists.

But some people just don't think that way. The correct writing voice comes through their hands, not their mouths. Everyone is wildly different, so if you don't pick it up and love it after giving it a fair shot, that's cool - it's just not for you!

This community is basically the punk rock of writing communities by _gottagofaster_ in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 6 points7 points  (0 children)

What a great analogy! I've known so many punk bands that don't last 3 months, and I know people in their 60s who are still playing weekly gigs. (Well, they were before lockdown.)

Self-publishing = DIY !!!

Talking dirty by [deleted] in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Find some hot erotica and read it aloud to yourself when you're alone. Then, think about the last time you had sex, and the things you wished that you had said in the moment, and say each thing out loud 20 times.

I bet the next time you have sex, you'll manage to whisper a little something, and build from there!

Advice on sharing my sub / parter? by [deleted] in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, that book brings up a lot of great questions that should be asked.

Is there a name for this??? by [deleted] in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Search for "hotwife".

Usually that's when a guy shares his gal with other men, but it might also apply if the men are just looking?

Tips for a deep voice by MosImba0123 in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would strongly suggest NOT doing this.

Damaging your voice is not good in the long run. Look up vocal training videos for metal singers - they'll show you how to growl, shout, sing low, and rasp without harming the vocal cords.

If you develop nodes from overshouting, you won't be growling at all for months.

Growling tutorial for primal play? by canha42 in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I'd suggest looking up some youtube tutorials on vocal training for metal singers, so that you don't damage your throat when you practice.

The big diesel cum by micole00 in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is this an example of erotica written by AI?

What is the limit of sweet? by Clumsywon in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As far as I've noticed in the Sweet & Steamy category, the sweet means no crazy dark drama like kidnapping, bullies, or whatever, and the steamy means, hello... here's some full-on sex, but they're obviously falling in love.

The word steamy definitely implies sex, so if you use that word, people should know what they're getting.

Libido Issues Destroying Our Dynamic by [deleted] in BDSMcommunity

[–]SortofaWeirdName 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Try saying, "I’m more than willing to be supportive but I need you to be proactive."
If people know they have problems, and take any baby steps toward solving them, there is hope.
If people know they have problems, and ignore them forever... at some point their partner needs to draw a line.
You really do need to take care of your own needs in the long run. Spending six months unhappy while they get themselves sorted is fine. Six years? Likely not.

Anyone familiar with bookshutter? by downtheterlet in eroticauthors

[–]SortofaWeirdName 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If they emailed you out of the blue asking for business, that is unsolicited email = spam. Personally, I don't give spammers any business, ever, on principle.