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Munch (BDSM Munch)
A ( BDSM ) munch is an informal social gathering for individuals
interested
in or a part of the BDSM scene.
Originally, these gatherings were first
referred to as "burger munches,"
because the first ones were held in
steakhouses where attendees
could socialize and munch on burgers.
Munches are not held for the purposes of playing or "shop talk,"
but
strictly for socializing with like-minded individuals.
These gatherings
are usually held at restaurants
or sometimes in private banquet rooms,
and are frequently advertised via the Internet.
Attending your first munch can be a
bit intimidating.
Those who are new to the scene should realize that
these gatherings are for socialization only.
This means that you should
respect the other attendees
and refrain from treating the gathering as
an educational seminar or a BDSM scene.
The dress code for most munches
is generally very casual.
You should refrain from dressing in full BDSM
regalia.
A touch of tasteful BDSM in your outfit, however, will often be
received well.
You should also keep in mind that there are some rules of etiquette
that should be observed when attending a BDSM munch.
For instance, it's
generally considered to be bad form
to pursue - or even speak to - a
submissive wearing a collar.
A collar usually symbolizes that that
person is a submissive
already in a committed BDSM relationship.
As a
general rule, you should get permission from the submissive's Dominant
before speaking with them.
You should also avoid being overly aggressive
with attendees
about their personal details,
about their personal details,
as this is considered to
be bad form,
especially considering that most individuals in the BDSM
community value their privacy.
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