Top drop is real and why I don't do pick up play?

People often imagine dommes and tops as invincible creatures*, always in control, always sure of ourselves. But the truth? We’re human. We feel emotions, doubts, and can have aftercare needs just like anyone else.

For me, that’s why I only play with people I know well. It’s not just about trust in the scene it’s also about trust after the scene. I need to know that the next day they’ll give me what I need:

a little affirmation that they enjoyed themselves,

feedback (good and constructive),

and reassurance that they felt happy we did what we did - meaning they don’t regret trying it even if it maybe wasn’t for them or needs tweaks.

Because here’s the thing, I love psychological sadism. I love being cruel in scenes. But the next day? I don’t want to be left feeling like a terrible person, yesterday I described it as “beating up a stranger would just make me feel like a criminal” as although I relish in being “evil/mean/<insert cruel adjective> I only feel safe and enjoy that with people I like and trust. I also want to know it was received in the spirit of play and connection.

Top drop is real and why I don't do pick up play?
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