Dark Desires: the Taboo

The Taboo

Some desires whisper. Others demand to be heard. What if, instead of suppressing them, you gave them permission? Your desires—especially the ones wrapped in taboo—hold the key to deeper self-understanding, fulfillment, and transformation. When we observe them fully and without judgment, we can uncover what we’re truly seeking and find ways to satisfy them consciously, ethically, and safely.

Taboo desires cannot be ignored or erased—but they can be explored with awareness. Without intention, they may lead to unfulfilling cycles of risk and dissatisfaction. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to navigate your darkest cravings with clarity, understand the deeper needs beneath them, and find creative ways to integrate them into your k¡nk and intimate practices. You’ll also be guided through The Iceberg Meditation, a powerful tool to uncover the full depth of your longing.

Of course, the taboo is often difficult to admit, even to yourself—let alone communicate with others. We’ll explore how to set safe containers, navigate challenging negotiations, and ensure proper aftercare and integration after engaging in intense play.

🌑 The Legitimacy of Taboo Desires – Understand why your desires exist, how to give yourself permission to explore them, and what they reveal about your deeper needs.

🔍 The Iceberg Meditation – Go beyond surface cravings and discover the hidden layers beneath your desires to ensure you find real fulfillment.

💬 Navigating Difficult Negotiations – Learn to communicate taboo desires with care, clarity, and responsibility—without shame or fear shutting you down.

🔥 Designing Intentional Exploration – Explore ways to engage with your desires safely, assessing what risks you’re willing to take and how to create structured, fulfilling experiences.

🛠 Building Safe Containers for Dark Play – Develop strategies for setting boundaries, managing emotional intensity, and using psychological and physical tools to shape evocative, transformative scenes.

❤️‍🩹 Aftercare & Integration for the Shadow Self – Discover the importance of grounding and reintegrating after intense experiences to ensure emotional well-being for yourself and your partners.

We are having a 2-part evening of indulgence and learning. Come for the workshop and stay for the Jam to practice what you learned and meet other like-minded folks!

Discussion and Practical Exercises: The workshop will include a mix of discussions and hands-on exercises. You'll have the chance to interact with others, practice communication techniques, and receive feedback.

Solo and Group Work:

• Attend solo or bring someone along. Couples can stay paired or choose to practice with others.
• You’ll have opportunities to practice with both familiar partners and new acquaintances to replicate established dynamics and/or pickup scene scenarios.
• Expect communication-based exercises and optionally negotiated non-sexual touch. You can also opt-out at any time and observe others!
• More physical practice will be reserved for the Jam portion afterward.
• We won’t assign partners—guests are encouraged to connect at their comfort level.

• Dress Code: Feel free to dress however you want, whether vanilla or ready to practice. There is a spot to change if you need.

Stick around for our jam session. This is your chance to put what you’ve learned into action, trying out your new skills on dungeon furniture in a supportive setting. The lights go down, the music goes up, and playtime begins! Nix will be available for feedback, scenes, or additional guidance to solidify the workshop’s learning in a hands-on, playful environment. Participate at your own comfort level - whether that means observing, chatting, or playing with others.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Near Union Square, Address in email confirmation additional info section, union square, New York, United States