SYNOPSIS

This Cosmopolitan article breaks down shibari for people new to the practice. Shibari, or the Japanese art of rope bondage, can be daunting to those on the outside, so this piece is a great jumping off point.

TAKEAWAYS

Do Your Research-As with any BDSM practice, its super important to do some research before you dive in.

An Evolving Practice-Shibari has a lot of trends and sees a lot of growth in the community, given its creative nature and deep history.

More Than Sex-For many practitioners and participants, shibari is more than a sexual practice. Enthusiasts site benefits from stress relief to a feeling of safety.

Read the full piece here