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The Erotic Realm podcast explores eroticism in all its forms, including the darker desires of BDSM and kinky sexuality. It’s mission is to humanise eroticism one erotic realm at a time.
In this episode I chat with internationally recognised Shibari artist Marie Sauvage to explore the psychology of presence, embodiment, ritual, and the artistic language of Japanese rope bondage.
We explore:
How Shibari became Marie’s artistic language.
Why rope is about communication, not just restraint.
Presence, embodiment, and interoceptive awareness.
The role of trust in Japanese rope bondage.
Why Marie sees performances as rituals rather than demonstrations.
A feminine perspective on contemporary Shibari.
Research article: Interoceptive Awareness Skills for Emotion Regulation: Theory and Approach of Mindful Awareness in Body-Oriented Therapy (MABT).
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Stay perverted,
Emma
Founder of Psychology of Desire | Host of The Erotic Realm
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