submissive vs. substandard
By MistressDidi
Similar to My article, "Domme vs. dumme", there is a growing deterioration of what the true submissive is and what it means to be submissive at all. This article explores the difference between the person who knows that service is an honor and the creature who hasn't got a clue.

How to make sure you DON'T get the relationship you want
By underwhere
Newbies often come into a place like MDS with a certain expectation that others will quickly latch onto them. Whether the newbie may be Dom, sub, or switch does not matter. There are common mistakes that many, perhaps most, people make, and I am not alone from having made them. Avoid making the following mistakes, and you'll ensure a better chance for you to create some good relationships. Also included are suggestions for how to fix these mistakes.

Mistress160's BDSM For Beginners series: Aftercare for submissives: part 2
By Mistress160
This is the second part of my article on aftercare for submissives. It explores: * Is aftercare ever needed after online play? * How do I make an aftercare kit? * Other aftercare practicalities for subs * How do I work out my own aftercare needs? Later articles in the BDSM For Beginners series will examine aftercare for dominants and switches.

Mistress160's BDSM For Beginners series: Aftercare for submissives: part 1
By Mistress160
Aftercare is one of the most important things you need to learn about BDSM. As Fetish Diva Midori points out, "unfortunately the reality is that the presence or absence, timing, quality and sincerity of aftercare can make the difference between a fantastic scene and a miserable experience. It's as necessary as air or water; similarly vital, yet taken for granted until it goes missing or quality is degraded". Because aftercare is so important I have broken up this article into several parts. The first two parts will look at aftercare for submissives. This part explores: * What exactly do terms like aftercare and subdrop mean? * What does subdrop feel like? * What should aftercare consist of? * How do I work out my own aftercare needs? Part 2 will look at virtual aftercare issues and some aftercare practicalities (such as making an aftercare kit). Later articles will examine aftercare for dominants and switches.

Fisting: The Basics
By Restrictive
A basic introduction of how to begin exploring this type of play

Regarding Canes
By Ms_Verijaa
Canes are fun! This article explores in brief the types, history, and methods of use of canes. It goes into safety concerns, things to watch for, things to avoid, and a little bit on aftercare. Enjoy!

Switch's Highly Idiosyncratic Guide to Kinking a Vanilla Man
By Switch
This is a short guide to getting enthusiastic kinky sex from your vanilla partner. The style is tongue in cheek, but the message is not.

Signs Your Partner May Be Abusive
By Darkes_pinky
Signs of Abuse

Domme vs. dumme
By MistressDidi
An exploration from My experience of My Real Life D/s and BDSM Lifestyle of how The Scene is deteriorating with the rapidly growing problem of "hoochies" calling themselves Mistresses...

The Craft of Power - Published in Power Exchange Magazine
By MasterGallad_n_slave
In the world at large there are many definitions for the word Power. However in BDSM, power can be defined as Personal Power, power that is maintains influence over the behavior, attitudes, and feelings of others. Power can be demonstrated through expression of commands, demands, directives, orders, and requests as to how others are to act, think, behave, feel, and believe.