definition and meaning
Aftercare is the period of attentive care and comfort that follows intense sexual or BDSM activity. After a scene involving power exchange, pain play, emotional intensity, or prolonged arousal, participants often experience a physical and psychological come-down as adrenaline, endorphins, and heightened emotional states normalize. Aftercare addresses this transition, helping participants process the experience, reconnect, and return to baseline.
The practice isn't limited to partnered BDSM scenes. Solo gooners coming down from extended sessions experience their own version of the drop, that post-session emptiness or emotional shift that kenjataimu touches on. Aftercare in this context might mean hydrating, eating, gentle physical activity, or simply giving yourself time to decompress rather than immediately jumping into unrelated tasks. In partnered dynamics, aftercare typically involves physical closeness (blankets, cuddling, gentle touch), verbal check-ins, hydration, and reassurance. Neglecting aftercare is considered a significant breach of ethics.
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