Class / Workshop18+
ONLINE: Power Points: Power vs. Authority in D/s Relationships
Added by Wicked Grounds
Sun, Sep 20, 202611:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDT1:00 PM–3:00 PM CDT12:00 PM–2:00 PM MDT11:00 AM–1:00 PM MST2:00 PM–4:00 PM EDT💻 Online
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Whether you lead, submit, or are simply curious about power exchange, join us to explore how balancing these forces creates safer, more fulfilling relationships.
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Power. Authority. Dominance. Control. We often throw these words around as if they mean the same thing, but in power exchange dynamics, confusing them can be the difference between an empowering relationship and a coercive one. Unpacking how power and authority actually operate gives you the tools to recognize responsible leadership, establish clearer roles, and build deeper trust with your partner.
Sir Panda breaks down the legitimate sources of power, formal versus informal authority, and the essential roles of reason and empathy in healthy, enlightened dynamics. Whether you lead, submit, or are simply curious about power exchange, join us to explore how balancing these forces creates safer, more fulfilling relationships.
PRESENTER:
Sir-Panda (he/him) is a polyamorous Dominant living in the Kansas City metro area. He has been a kink educator since he began teaching consent and BDSM basics at Seattle’s Center for Sex Positive Culture in 2011. He has taught for Fetish Con, Leather Reign, the Kink Center, Pragmatic Kink, Wicked Grounds, and the Venusian Society. He especially focuses on the mental and relationship aspects of kink and polyamory, drawing on over 30 years of experience and a passion for research.
Sir Panda is a Certified Professional Life Coach, an Accredited Relationship Coach, a Mental Health First Aider, a consent advocate, and a member of the Social Psychology Network. Find him on FetLife as Sir-Panda or Instagram and Substack as RealSirPanda. To learn more or to book a coaching session, please visit www.dsoutreach.com.
TICKETING:
$30 suggested. We offer multiple price points, so that cost is not a barrier to attendance. Choose the level you can comfortably afford.
https://forbiddentickets.com/events/wicked-grounds/b44bc42511
If cost is a barrier at any point on the sliding scale, please use the Volunteer List at the bottom of the listing to request a scholarship seat.
ACCESS:
This will be a live, online class offered through Zoom. To participate, you will need to download the free, basic version of the Zoom app before the class!
This class will be recorded for distribution and available 7 days after sent out! However, we recommend attending live to get the most out of your experience.
Zoom provides closed captioning which will be available for this event.
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Power. Authority. Dominance. Control. We often throw these words around as if they mean the same thing, but in power exchange dynamics, confusing them can be the difference between an empowering relationship and a coercive one. Unpacking how power and authority actually operate gives you the tools to recognize responsible leadership, establish clearer roles, and build deeper trust with your partner.
Sir Panda breaks down the legitimate sources of power, formal versus informal authority, and the essential roles of reason and empathy in healthy, enlightened dynamics. Whether you lead, submit, or are simply curious about power exchange, join us to explore how balancing these forces creates safer, more fulfilling relationships.
PRESENTER:
Sir-Panda (he/him) is a polyamorous Dominant living in the Kansas City metro area. He has been a kink educator since he began teaching consent and BDSM basics at Seattle’s Center for Sex Positive Culture in 2011. He has taught for Fetish Con, Leather Reign, the Kink Center, Pragmatic Kink, Wicked Grounds, and the Venusian Society. He especially focuses on the mental and relationship aspects of kink and polyamory, drawing on over 30 years of experience and a passion for research.
Sir Panda is a Certified Professional Life Coach, an Accredited Relationship Coach, a Mental Health First Aider, a consent advocate, and a member of the Social Psychology Network. Find him on FetLife as Sir-Panda or Instagram and Substack as RealSirPanda. To learn more or to book a coaching session, please visit www.dsoutreach.com.
TICKETING:
$30 suggested. We offer multiple price points, so that cost is not a barrier to attendance. Choose the level you can comfortably afford.
https://forbiddentickets.com/events/wicked-grounds/b44bc42511
If cost is a barrier at any point on the sliding scale, please use the Volunteer List at the bottom of the listing to request a scholarship seat.
ACCESS:
This will be a live, online class offered through Zoom. To participate, you will need to download the free, basic version of the Zoom app before the class!
This class will be recorded for distribution and available 7 days after sent out! However, we recommend attending live to get the most out of your experience.
Zoom provides closed captioning which will be available for this event.
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