Autoerotic Asphyxiation

In celebration of my 100th post, I'd like to talk about a topic that's been in the news a lot lately.

Autoerotic Asphyxiation is when one intentionally cuts off oxygen to the brain for the purposes of sexual arousal. Often, this is done during an orgasm to increase the effect. Unfortunately, there can be deadly consequences, with several high-profile people having died in recent years from this dangerous game.

According to Wikipedia, Autoerotic Asphyxiation dates back to the 1600s. Oddly enough, it was used as a treatment for impotence and erectile dysfunction (ED). Did people in the 1600s not know that impotence and ED are caused by blood-flow problems, not lack of oxygen? Apparently not...

As for how people go about suffocating themselves, methods and techniques vary widely. Some put a plastic bag over their heads, while others strangle themselves or have their sex partner do it for them. Other methods include gas masks and other complicated devices, though these make up a small fraction of known cases.

So, the big question: Have I ever participated in Autoerotic Asphyxiation?

The answer: Hell no.

Don't get me wrong -- I'm not judging anyone here, and one would be hard-pressed to find someone more sexually liberal than an escort. And while I do enjoy a bit of LIGHT S&M play, being strangled and possibly killed is out of my league. No one ever died from a spanking or having their wrists tied to the bed post, after which they have hot wax poured on their...

Err, never mind.

Be safe, kids. Sex is wonderful, when done properly between consenting adults. As a general rule, risking one's life isn't part of the game.