Category: Bondage
Subcategory: Types

Mental

Mental bondage involves restraint through commands, suggestions, or psychological techniques rather than physical means. This might include orders not to move, visualization exercises, or hypnotic suggestions that create a feeling of being bound.

This form of restraint relies on the power of the mind and the submissive's desire to obey rather than physical limitations. Many find the psychological aspects—choosing to remain still despite being physically able to move—deeply satisfying and more intense than physical restraints. Mental bondage can be practiced anywhere without equipment and often demonstrates the depth of a power exchange dynamic.

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About the category Bondage

Bondage involves consensually restricting a partner's movement using rope, cuffs, restraints, other materials, or even just mental (by command/suggestion). This practice can range from simple wrist ties to elaborate full-body harnesses and suspension.

The appeal lies in the physical sensation of restraint, the visual aesthetic, the psychological elements of surrender and control, and the heightened sensations that often come with restricted movement. Safety considerations include maintaining circulation, having emergency release methods, avoiding nerve pressure points, and regular check-ins with the restrained person.

Bondage can be practiced as a standalone activity or combined with other forms of play, making it one of the most versatile and common elements in BDSM.



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