BDSM Lexicon · Experience & emotions

Powerlessness

Powerlessness is the feeling or state in which someone no longer feels in control of what is happening. Within BDSM, it refers to the conscious surrender of control by the sub to the Dominant, creating a feeling of total dependence, surrender, and sometimes emotional liberation.

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Related terms

• Deprivation
• Aftercare
• Fear
• Sub
• Bondage

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