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Common risks in rope: Vasovagal Syncope
Have you ever had a moment in rope where you suddenly feel a cold sweat and dizziness? Have you ever actually fainted while in rope? Fainting in medical terms is called Vasovagal Syncope, and having the feeling that you might faint without fully fainting is called Vasovagal Presyncope. Even though many people who get tied, have never heard about Vasovagal Syncope or Vasovagal Presyncope (feeling dizzy but not losing consciousness), it is a relatively common experience. We ga
Rosa Canina
2 days ago4 min read


Metanegotiation or 5 things to consider adding to your negotiation protocol
Negotiating consent is a key component to consider when engaging in rope. Because the rope and ideas we are playing with can be complex, it is a good idea to consider a framework for how you want to negotiate. We start with the assumption that neither person wants to do harm to the other and that both want to negotiate for an enjoyable rope scene. 1. Define the type of negotiation you want to engage in and the consent model you want to follow. Broadly speaking there are three
Rosa Canina
Jun 4, 20215 min read


10 ways to be a good observer at a rope jam
Some etiquette guides for when you are observing people tying, or watching a scene at a rope jam When first entering a rope space, you may find yourself observing other people's tying. This can take the form of playing or labbing, both of which are called "rope scenes". A scene is considered dedicated time for people to enjoy tying together in a negotiated way, and that often does not include the people observing. If you are watching people tying together, there are polite wa
Rosa Canina
Jun 4, 20214 min read
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