Right, this isn't really a subject I can say much about since it's never been a problem for me (one of the joys of being on the tail end of Gen-X is that everyone's so blase when you tell them that you're into this sort of thing), and I never even really thought there were peopel with a problem about bdsm until recently when someone on a forum that's got absolutely nothing to do with sex mentioned he was into BDSM and some of the other regular posters there started expressing concern about his mental health and his need for 'abusive relationships'.

So anyway, that sort of completely unexpected response really spun me out, so I figured I'd bring the topic up here where I can get a few anecdotes from people who've been into the scene for a while. Have you guys ever had to deal with prejudices and preconceptions about bdsm, and what sort of effect has it had on your career, friendships, family life, or whatever?




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