What’s the difference between a dominant and a sadist?

A dominant takes psychological or physical control in a consensual dynamic. A sadist finds pleasure in inflicting consensual pain. You can be one, both, or neither. Not all dominants are sadists, and not all sadists want control.

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Nitedoc · 51-55, M

A sadist doesn't care if the pain he inflicts is consensual or not, in fact he'd rather it be against one's will. A Dom takes very good care of his sub. He treasures her. Everything they do in a D/s relationship is consentual.

ArtieKat · M

@Nitedoc Yes, agreed

Seniorsecurity · M

My wife is dominant, with the exception of a good spanking there is no pain involved. Her thing is making me uncomfortable by tickling, teasing, ice play and sometimes post orgasm stimulation.

Bklynbadboy12 · 36-40, M

You just explained the difference 🤣🤣🤣🤣

mars35 · 31-35, M

I am dominant! I don't like sadists

ChipmunkErnie · 70-79, M

A sadist will inflict pain when and where they can, whether it is consensual or not. A true sadist probably finds it most enjoyable to inflict pain on a helpless victim.

Tumbleweed · F

A Dom doesn't break His sub. A sadist does.

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