The six lessons
- 01What Sadism Actually IsAn orientation to the sadist role in BDSM: the spectrum it covers, what distinguishes consensual sadism from harm, and where the role sits in kink culture.7 min read→
- 02The Inner Experience of SadismWhat sadism feels like from the inside, the relationship between pleasure in pain-giving and empathy, and how to recognize this orientation in yourself.7 min read→
- 03The Craft of Pain DeliveryThe technical knowledge, attentiveness, and skill development that responsible sadistic practice requires.8 min read→
- 04Negotiating a Sadistic SceneHow to discuss your sadistic orientation with a partner, negotiate the scope and type of pain play, and build the trust that makes intense scenes possible.7 min read→
- 05Into the SceneConcrete structures for sadistic scenes, how to read your partner's responses in real time, and how to bring sessions to a safe and satisfying close.8 min read→
- 06The Long View of Sadistic PracticeCommon pitfalls for sadists, the ongoing work of deepening attunement, aftercare for both parties, and how this orientation develops over a lifetime of ethical practice.8 min read→