Praise kinks seem to be all over social media lately.
What is a praise kink?
Why people have praise kinks.
There are lots of different theories about why someone might have or develop a praise kink.
Our own personal erotic histories can also come into play in the development of a praise kink.
Thus, you began drawing connections between the two and developed a praise kink," says Zrenchik.
Signs you may identify with the praise kink:
You’re always fishing for compliments.
You lovewords of affirmation, and it’s the part of a partnership you often focus on.
You enjoy sex more when your partner is vocal.
you might get yourself over the edge of orgasm when praised.
You watch porn with a lot of vocal encouragement.
No watching porn with the volume turned all the way down for you!
You fantasize about compliments when masturbating.
You often ask for reassurance from your partner.
You want to feel desirable.
Praise kink phrases.
Some of those may not go over well on a first date, so adjust accordingly.
Tips for exploring the kink:
Communicate.
“If you think you have a praise kink, ensure to communicate that,” says Zrenchik.
Be open.
Of course, if the thought makes you deeply uncomfortable, Zrenchik says not to press your own boundaries.
But otherwise, lean into “freedom, creativity, vulnerability, and openness.”
After you’ve given it a try, you might always decide whether you’re interested in continuing.
Do some self-reflection.
“If you have a praise kink, engage in some introspection to precisely determinewhat language you enjoy hearing.
For example, do you like being called a good girl?
Do you enjoy compliments about your body?
Are you into people describing how much you are turning them on?”
Use past experiences.
you’re able to then ask your partner to incorporate them.
The takeaway.
Check in with your partner about their comfort levels, and double-check you’re both on the same page.
Now go forth and get praised!
