I think some people have a hard time understanding what turns others on. I also think it's a good idea (and we've done a good job, pretty much so far) to respect other people's predilections without criticizing.

Yes, some people DO process certain types of pain, or as I prefer to call it "Intense Sensation" into an arousing experience. It may be partly due to experience, or it may be the way some people's neurological systems work. Intense sensation promotes the production of endorphins and adrenaline, while both contribute to enjoyment, pleasure as well as spur the memory of the events.

If you don't get off on Intense Sensation, you don't. Your neurology and experience don't work that way. That's OK. But, some people, many in fact, do. No reason to criticize.

My only caveat with needle play (which, although I personally enjoy many forms of intense sensation, is not one of my activities) is to keep everything very clean, preferably sterilized. It is difficult to sterilize staples, so keep that in mind. (the staples used in surgical procedures are autoclaved or come already autoclaved and sealed) A needle hole is a host to many pathogens, and pre and after care is a must for any type of play which breaks the skin. less