As an experienced practitioner of kink and BDSM, I also offer mentorship.

Both mentorship and coaching are valuable in the kink community, but they serve different purposes and focus on distinct aspects of growth and learning. Here’s a breakdown:

1. Mentorship in Kink

• Focus: Long-term guidance, wisdom, and skill development within a specific kink dynamic or practice.

• Role of the Mentor:

  • Acts as a more experienced practitioner who shares their knowledge, personal experiences, and insights.

  • Provides emotional support and a safe space for mentees to explore their identity, boundaries, and interests in kink.

  • May help mentees navigate community dynamics, events, or relationships (e.g., how to enter a D/s dynamic, attending play parties).

• Approach: Often informal, flexible, and tailored to the mentee’s pace and goals. It’s about nurturing growth over time.

• Example: A submissive mentoring another on protocols, or a seasoned rope top teaching technical and safety skills in bondage.