Sexual variations include the incorporation of all sorts of play and fantasy into a couple's sexual expression. In the following video, you will see Brandon and Pria discuss and experiment with sadomasochism (specifically, bondage).

See how Brandon introduces the idea of bondage, by referring to a comic book. The couple reads together, and discusses how they might act out the fantasies they consume in books and other media. As they negotiate whether and how they will incorporate spanking or handcuffs into their sexual expression, Pria finds ways in which the new techniques may be similar to, or outgrowths of, the techniques they already use together.

Please watch the following video clip and answer the corresponding follow-up questions.

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1			Brandon and Pria came up with safe words before beginning their bondage play. How do safe words fit into the spectrum of sexual communication, as discussed in previous chapters?
2			What is "weird" in sexual variation?
3			Think about where your personal boundaries lie. If you had a partner who wanted to try some kind of sexual variation, how do you think you would react?