Hot for COLD? Psychrophilia: The Kink You Never Knew Existed!

Psychrophilia, also known as "cold fetishism" or "cold sexual arousal," is a "sexual arousal from being cold or from watching others freeze."

In psychrophilia, people may find that cold sensations enhance their sexual experiences or fantasies, so if you find pleasure or arousal from activities or stimuli involving coldness, you may be a psychrophiliac.

Why might someone like psychrophilia?

• Experimenting: If this is the first time you hear about this fetish and want to try it, to add an element of fantasy and excitement to sexual interactions, you can start by introducing ice pops or snowballs to your foreplay. Remember to start small, and don't dive right into a cold plunge.
• Sensory Stimulation: You might find that touching or being touched by cold objects or substances enhances your sexual arousal.
• Role-Playing: some people incorporate this fetish into sexual fantasies, role-playing scenarios, or BDSM activities. Cold-related sensations or activities can add an element of novelty, excitement, or fantasy to sexual interactions.

Fun fact: Scientific studies show that men's testosterone levels, which is the hormone regulating the male sex drive, peak in the winter months since sperm thrive when the testicles are kept cooler. They found that heat is bad for sperm and that men's sex drive enhances when the temperature drops.

In BDSM, sensation play involves the deliberate use of various physical sensations to enhance arousal and stimulation. This can include sensations such as heat, cold, pain, tickling, and more. That's why psychrophilia can be incorporated into sensation play by using cold objects, ice, or cold water to stimulate the body and create unique sensory experiences. For example, a dominant partner might use cold sensations as a form of control or sensation manipulation during a scene. In a non-BDSM situation, a couple could use ice cubes or a glass dildo that has been cooled in a bucket of ice water to tease and stimulate erogenous zones.

Psychrophilia, also known as cold fetishism or cold sexual arousal, involves finding pleasure or arousal from cold sensations. Whether it's experimenting with ice play during foreplay, seeking sensory stimulation from cold objects, or incorporating psychrophilia into BDSM or role-playing scenarios, individuals may explore this kink for various reasons. Just make sure to always talk with your partner and that there is consent from everyone involved.

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