Thrills and Chills: Fear Play for Brave Souls

This workshop aims to enlighten attendees on the psychological and emotional dimensions of fear play, demonstrating how these elements can awaken arousal in unique ways. This workshop aims to enlighten attendees on the psychological and emotional dimensions of fear play, demonstrating how these elements can awaken arousal in unique ways. Crafting this kind of exhilarating kink experience involves a delicate balance of preparation, communication, and sadism, all while respecting individual boundaries. We will delve into the physiological responses to fear and examine how to manage instinctual reactions such as fight, flight, freeze, or fawn safely during intense scenes. Throughout our time, participants will learn to explore and harness sensory elements to heighten adrenaline. We will also discuss the dynamics of including multiple participants, whether directly involved or on the sidelines, and ensure all individuals are mentally and physically prepared to engage actively. Let’s distinguish between healthy dynamics and those that could leave harmful, lasting effects. Learn how to navigate fear within consensual nonconsent scenarios. Discover how this profound form of intimacy can strengthen your connections.

Further discussions will include:

1. Essential negotiation techniques for discussing limits and maintaining safety
2. Verbal and nonverbal strategies to build suspense and enhance power exchange
3. Grounding methods to aid emotional processing before and after play
4. Skills for constructing scenes and effectively de-escalating intensity
5. Trauma-informed approaches to identify and honor triggers
6. Ways to incorporate costumes and props to evoke desired headspaces
7. Strategies for infusing humor and playfulness to ease tension
8. Creating rituals for safely entering and exiting heightened mindsets

This workshop is meant to be an inclusive environment that is accommodating for all types of people. You can participate in a way that feels comfortable for you, whether that’s having your camera on, joining in the chat, or remaining anonymous while taking in all the information. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any accessibility needs.

Zoom information will be sent in your confirmation email. This workshop will be recorded so if you can’t join live, don’t worry because you will receive a link to view the recording after it’s completed to watch at your convenience.

Presenter Information:

Miss Mackenzee comes from a queer, neurodivergent perspective. She is a Board-Certified Sexologist, BDSM and Intimacy Educator, Certified Hypnotist, Certified Trauma-informed Relationship and Sexual Wellness Coach, Kink Lifestyle and Professional Dominant Mentor, Owner of Elysium Dungeon, Host of Kink, Intimacy, and Cannabis Lounge Podcast, Content Creator, and Author. She is also the founder of BDSM and Intimacy University, which makes and sells beautiful one of a kind BDSM toys and furniture as well as offers on demand courses, spicy digital guides, clothing, aftercare items, and more. Miss Mackenzee has written and been quoted in numerous publications, been hired as an expert for various media outlets, and is highly sought after for private lessons with individuals and folks in relationships as well as presenting at conventions and graduate programs at major universities. She has taken over 10,000 hours of continued education at universities and other organizations to become a better educator and coach. She hosts virtual workshops multiple times a week on topics including but not limited to energy play, sex magic, bondage, power exchange, reveling in pleasure, sadism, bedroom skills, and spirituality. One of her driving forces is to be the person she wishes she had when she first started her exploration of kink and sexuality. She loves helping others to have hotter, safer, and more fulfilling intimacy. Miss Mackenzee prides herself on creating a fostering and inclusive environment that is safe from societal judgments for people to explore their desires and individuality.

To view her full offerings, visit her website: www.MissMackenzee.com