

For this reason, a safe word chosen by the person being tied up is often best. Remembering a safe word in the moment can be the most difficult part of having a safe word.It should be a word that both of you are comfortable with and will remember. The idea of using a safe word might seem intimidating, especially if you and your partner don't have a lot of experience with bondage-but it doesn't need to be a big deal! The safe word simply stops the scene entirely and frees your partner. Pick a safe word for your partner to use. Have a communication system in place after you gag your partner so they can still let you know if they want to stop. If your scene includes gagging your partner, make placing the gag your last step.Even though your partner should be checking in on you every few minutes, don't wait if you have an issue. Speak up if you're the one being tied up and you feel pain or severe discomfort, or if a part of your body starts to feel cold or numb.If they can't feel their hands or feet, take off the rope immediately-you don't want them to lose circulation. If you have the person's arms and legs bound, ask about them specifically.If roleplaying is part of your scene, set up code words and phrases with your partner ahead of time so you can check in with them without interrupting the scene.

Safety is important, but so is fun-and if your partner starts feeling uncomfortable, they're not having fun anymore. If you're the one doing the tying, you're in charge and your partner's safety is your responsibility. Communicate openly while you're in the scene.
