Exploring Dominant Vulnerability Workshop - Recorded Live 04/24/2025

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Original Workshop Description:

Exploring Dominant Vulnerability

The "Bitch Goddess". The icy, demanding sadist. The "perfect" dominant who can do no wrong. These might be appealing as 3rotic fantasies, but also may provide concerns around safety, intimacy, connection, and growth in our relationships and play. Intimacy and connection require vulnerability and openness.

In this workshop, Dare will discuss dominance as a form of relational and erotic expression and the pressure dominants sometimes feel to be "perfect". Particular attention will be paid to the pressure we place on ourselves and each other to not make mistakes or express the "wrong" feelings. Time will also be spent talking about the ways that perfectionism, gender expectations, and ego can get in the way of intimacy and authentic connection. Tips and ideas for avoiding some of the pitfalls of these challenges and encouraging more vulnerability in our connections will also be provided, with time allocated for questions and contributions from fellow attendees.

This class is open to all attendees with any experience level over the age of 18 and is open to attendees of all power orientations and dynamics, but will focus primarily on the experience and perspectives of people who play a dominant role in ex and/or relationships.

About the Presenter:

About Dare:

Dare Campbell (they/them) is an educator and explorer who has spent years supporting individuals within underserved s exuality and disabled communities, as well as guiding both emerging and established leaders. They have been featured on various podcasts, university panels, and television programs and have taught at numerous sexuality and k!nk conferences across North America since 2010. Dare was the recipient of the 2024 Black Rose Jack McGeorge Excellence in Education Award and the Leather Leadership Conference 2021 Sir Alan Penrod Living Leadership Scholarship. Currently working on a second Bachelor of Arts in Sexuality Studies, they have a BA in Psychology from York University.

In their work, Dare equips participants and clients with practical tools and illustrative examples to help them build self-knowledge and communication skills. Dare advocates for a collaborative approach that emphasizes creating a sense of safety and shared vulnerability, believing it is essential for cultivating meaningful connections, fulfilling relationships, and a love-filled life. For more information, visit their website at https://www.learngrowrepeat.ca/.