As I find myself sitting here in my office, watching the snowflakes flutter down outside my window here in Nova Scotia, my mind can't help but wander back to a topic that I consistently find myself coming to – the art of slow build and the play of dominance that accompanies it. You see, being a 49-year-old man and having embraced the lifestyle of polyamory for near on two decades, I've had ample time to reflect on the nuances of my relationships and experiences.
When we think about slow build, we often associate it with domain of erotica, where it is touted as the ultimate tool for titillation. It reminds me of the earlier days of my exploration in the realm of sexuality, when my understanding was limited and sources of education, like free porn sites, gave an oversimplified version of what sexual relationships, let alone polyamorous ones, were supposed to be. The reality, as I've learned, is far more complex but also infinitely more rewarding.
A slow build is not simply a prolonged introduction, it is an intimate dance of understanding, of revealing oneself and becoming vulnerable, and then allowing that vulnerability to blossom into trust. Imagine starting with someone new, someone you are attracted to; the seductive dance begins again, the glances, the smiles, touching a wrist, a hand. It’s a risk-taking, it’s a joy, it’s sexy, and it’s an art all in itself. The cocoon of tension that forms from these moments; it's like the anticipation before the symphony begins, and it's undeniably powerful.
In the realm of polyamory, this practice takes on an amplified resonance, echoing not within one dynamic but several. Sometimes that slow build grows into shared dominance, a shared control that is equal parts liberating and intoxicating. Dominance, in this context, isn't about the cliched 'power over', no, it's about 'power with'. It's about navigating the waters of multiple relationships, ensuring everyone feels seen, feels valued and in turn, permitting yourself to occupy spaces of control, of dominance.
So in closing, let's circle back to why slow build and dominance are so critical in polyamory. Is it about the pleasure derived from the process? Of course it is. But it is not limited to that. It plays a crucial role in establishing communication, trust, and mutual respect among all parties involved. And these, my dear readers, are the very foundation of any successful polyamorous relationship. So let's continue to champion the art of the slow build, let's continue to redefine dominance, and let's continue to cultivate relationships that are as deep and as fulfilling as they are diverse.  |