Category: Taboo & Edge play
Subcategory: Types

Asphyxiation

Asphyxiation involves restricting oxygen to the brain to create lightheadedness or altered states during sexual activity. This high-risk practice can involve breath control, choking, or other methods of limiting air intake. Some practitioners report intensified sensations or orgasms when experiencing oxygen restriction.

This activity carries serious safety risks including death, even among experienced practitioners. If attempted, it should never be done alone, should avoid pressure on the windpipe, and should include immediate release upon signal.

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About the category Taboo & Edge play

Taboo and edge play explores activities that push personal, social, or safety boundaries through consensual engagement with forbidden themes or higher-risk practices. These activities require exceptional communication, preparation, and risk awareness as they intentionally venture into territories that may challenge comfort zones or conventional safety guidelines.

People are drawn to taboo and edge play for various reasons: the intensity of breaking social norms, the adrenaline of controlled risk, the deep trust required, or the catharsis of confronting fears and boundaries. The appeal often lies in the psychological charge created when consensually approaching or crossing lines that would otherwise remain unchallenged. These practices demand thorough negotiation, extensive knowledge, and exceptional self-awareness, as they operate in spaces where the potential rewards of transformative experiences come with increased responsibility for managing both physical and psychological risks.



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