Talk dirty to me! My thoughts on cybersex etiquette.

Justforthefun

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Who doesn’t enjoy some dirty chat, right? I know that I enjoy it quite a bit and have had some great fun talking with others of the same mindset.
But then there are the people that just don’t seem to get it. The ones that want to have some hot fun online but lack the courtesy or skill needed for an enjoyable time for both parties.
I’ve experienced enough these lately to compel me to express some thoughts on the matter. The following are my opinions and not to be intended as a guide or rule book when playing with anyone other than me.
Having said that, I am interested in hearing other people’s thoughts about it as well. So feel free to comment.

Permission

Always ask the first time at least! 
I love talking with new people but I like to know a bit about a person before getting to the naughty stuff. At the very least I need to know what a person is looking for to make sure it will work. 
Sending a message such as, “Suck my dick” first will definitely get you no where fast. 
The same goes with X-rated pics. Many, people on tumblr (myself included) have posts that it is ok for followers to send them naughty pics. It’s nice to have a few words to go with it to put it in to that context.

Honest communication

I am always up front about all hard limits I have when chatting. Be willing to do the same and it will be a much better experience! 
If you have a particular fetish, be up front about it as well. I can’t possibly list all my turn offs but I’m usually willing to incorporate others fantasies in to playing. However, it should have something for us both to enjoy. So, while you may think green jello enemas are the best part of sex, I’m not willing to spend a great deal of time on it.

Respect boundaries

No means no. Unless you’re roleplaying otherwise. If that is the case, it should be clearly communicated before hand. 
It should be an enjoyable time for everyone. If I feel my boundaries consistently pushed and disrespected I will not play. 
“You just need to let go and enjoy the moment”.
No, I can’t ant do that because I no longer trust you to be respectful of my clearly stated boundaries. 
“You just haven’t tried it with the right person”.
You are correct. You are also not that person. 
“You’re being shitty and disrespectful to my needs”.
No. You are being disrespectful and manipulative. 
I get plenty of comments such as those above. Honestly, if a person speaks or acts in such a way (again, with the exception of clearly defined roleplaying situations) they are an abuser and should see help. No means no.

Be prepared for rejection

Sometimes the spark is just not there. It is not meant as a personal slight. Often I end up chatting with people about more mundane things if our sexual interest don’t mesh. In some ways it’s more intimate than naughty chat and can developed in to friendship. It’s a big world out there. Keep trying and you will find the right fit!

Use your imagination!

It’s supposed to be fun and arousing for both people. I can’t even begin to count the number of times that I’ve drop out of a chat because it seems to be one sided. 
The occasional “mmmmmm, yes!”, etc is fine but every response can’t be that way. If I take the time to write out a descriptive and erotic message, the other person should at least attempt the same.

Fantasy, reality and pictures

I’m happy to role play fantasies and characters. Often this is much different from reality. I’m typically clear about my appearance but I’m ok with pretending otherwise for another’s fantasy. Even after clarifying that I still get picture requests that will ruin that illusion. Likewise, if your going to pretend to be young, smooth and muscular, don’t send me pics that contradicts that image. 
If you are wanting pics be willing and able to send some in return. No one likes pic collectors. 
Also, don’t send pics that aren’t personally owned. That’s rude and creepy.
Just a few random thoughts. 😘
 
Great points! Mind if I add a few?

Don't pressure me for pictures!

I'm a very private person and I don't want naked pictures of me floating around on the internet. If that's a deal-breaker for you, I understand. But asking me for pictures over and over really kills the mood.

Don't leave me hanging!

It takes girls a little longer, but we get there eventually. Logging out the moment you shoot your wad is not cool. Gentlemen make sure their partners finish too!

Slow responses kill the passion!

It's hard for me to stay aroused if you take five minutes to respond to every message I send. Unless you're an amazingly fast typist, don't chat with multiple partners simultaneously. And don't write a paragraph each time you post. Shorter give-and-take is hotter.

Tell me details what you're doing!

This is more personal preference, but even during RP it's really sexy to get occasional updates about what the other person is doing and how turned on they are. Knowing there's another aroused human being on the other end of the chat is part of the fun.
 
Great posts both both of you ^^
I couldnt agree more with what you have said!
 
I totally agree with your points! In fact, after posting I was thinking about the slow response and leaving me hanging points but didn't have the chance to add them. Thanks for the input.
 
Really enjoyed reading through this! Thanks for the perspective! Rules to follow every time!
 
I'm going to add:
Your initial interaction should be specific to the person of interest and leave room open for some sort of conversation. Simply stating that you find the other person interesting is usually going to go nowhere, as is "42, M. Want to chat?"
 
So, question for you all, since it seems you've all had more experience at this than I have... How do you get the conversation started?

I understand not driving right to the cybersex part and actually forming some kind of bond, that makes total sense to me. But when I go into a chat room, it's a little bit overwhelming - a list of hundreds of people, but only four or five actually making their presence known. Where do you begin? How does one try to find someone who may be a good fit in such a crowded but silent place?
 
Women: "Reach into my soul and provide a personalised experience that caters to the ten thousand posts I want you to wade through first before PM-ing me."

Men: "Show us yer tits, love."
 
Women: "Reach into my soul and provide a personalised experience that caters to the ten thousand posts I want you to wade through first before PM-ing me."

Men: "Show us yer tits, love."

<3 Yeah, sorta. Even if you're in a "show us your dick, love" frame of mind, the other side is always there.

So my addition to the rules would be: Relax and don't take it too seriously.

And show me your dick.
 
<3 Yeah, sorta. Even if you're in a "show us your dick, love" frame of mind, the other side is always there.

So my addition to the rules would be: Relax and don't take it too seriously.

And show me your dick.

To misquote Grant Morrison, "I take nothing from real life seriously." :D
 
I'm going to add:
Your initial interaction should be specific to the person of interest and leave room open for some sort of conversation. Simply stating that you find the other person interesting is usually going to go nowhere, as is "42, M. Want to chat?"

I have always found the best conversation are after you have clicked just talking about life, interests then going down that deeper road....Agree!
 
I am interested in hearing other people’s thoughts about it as well. So feel free to comment.

I sure hope so, because I'm a very different girl. I'm the anomaly. ;)

Permission

Always ask the first time at least! 
I love talking with new people but I like to know a bit about a person before getting to the naughty stuff.

Nope, not me! Sext me first, babe. Then if you're good, I might want to get to know you. :p If a guy wants to get to know me first he gets friend zoned (I can't help it), and we never end up having sext. It happens every time I don't have sext with a person first. But the people I have sext first with, we keep on sexting and become friends. I want to make sure my would-be friends are good lovers. ;) There is nothing worse than making a friend, falling for their mind and then finding out they suck in bed.

At the very least I need to know what a person is looking for to make sure it will work. 
Sending a message such as, “Suck my dick” first will definitely get you no where fast. 
The same goes with X-rated pics.

Eh... someone sent me a dick pic via PM. I thought it was very pretty and gave him my kik straight away...lol. (I guess about now a lot of girls don't like me because I am the girl guys expect...lol. Sorry.) But, the reason why I like forward guys is because I can be more picky. The aesthetics of the body is important to me. And, I like bold, cocky guys - in general, the ones who want to be friends first just aren't.


Honest communication

I am always up front about all hard limits I have when chatting. Be willing to do the same and it will be a much better experience! 
If you have a particular fetish, be up front about it as well. I can’t possibly list all my turn offs but I’m usually willing to incorporate others fantasies in to playing. However, it should have something for us both to enjoy. So, while you may think green jello enemas are the best part of sex, I’m not willing to spend a great deal of time on it.

This seems more about matching kinks than communication. And maybe compromise. I think this comes later on in your third or forth sexting when you want to build a relationship, but I guess you are talking about roleplay here?


Respect boundaries

No means no. Unless you’re roleplaying otherwise. If that is the case, it should be clearly communicated before hand. 
It should be an enjoyable time for everyone. If I feel my boundaries consistently pushed and disrespected I will not play. 
“You just need to let go and enjoy the moment”.
No, I can’t ant do that because I no longer trust you to be respectful of my clearly stated boundaries. 
“You just haven’t tried it with the right person”.
You are correct. You are also not that person. 
“You’re being shitty and disrespectful to my needs”.
No. You are being disrespectful and manipulative. 
I get plenty of comments such as those above. Honestly, if a person speaks or acts in such a way (again, with the exception of clearly defined roleplaying situations) they are an abuser and should see help. No means no.

Seriously, omg. I'm so sorry for your experiences. I have never had any problems with this. I sext every day with people. I have regulars now, but when I first started on Lit I was sexting about five new people every week. I've never had a problem. I think you need to be more picky with screening. (Though, I have had some stalkers over the year. :eek: )


Be prepared for rejection

Sometimes the spark is just not there. It is not meant as a personal slight. Often I end up chatting with people about more mundane things if our sexual interest don’t mesh. In some ways it’s more intimate than naughty chat and can developed in to friendship. It’s a big world out there. Keep trying and you will find the right fit!

Yeah, I admit, I find it very hard to reject people. The whole reason why I sext is to connect - if the spark isn't there I have to let go completely as I don't have enough time in the day to keep 'friends'...lol. And that's very hard. I hate ghosting, I just can't.


Use your imagination!

It’s supposed to be fun and arousing for both people. I can’t even begin to count the number of times that I’ve drop out of a chat because it seems to be one sided. 
The occasional “mmmmmm, yes!”, etc is fine but every response can’t be that way. If I take the time to write out a descriptive and erotic message, the other person should at least attempt the same.


Ah, yes, but then you get people who spend ten minutes writing a soliloquy, I lose interest. When you want it hard and dirty, Shakespearian language just won't cut it! This is about being matched with the right person. If the person you are sexting doesn't write how you want them to write, and vice versa then you are mis-matched. It's time to say goodbye. ;) There are many different ways to cyber. In fact, one of my favourite ways is just by sending action/reaction videos. I'm a visual person so it's a fantastic for me - plus my partners and I share real orgasms that way ;)


Fantasy, reality and pictures

I’m happy to role play fantasies and characters. Often this is much different from reality. I’m typically clear about my appearance but I’m ok with pretending otherwise for another’s fantasy. Even after clarifying that I still get picture requests that will ruin that illusion. Likewise, if your going to pretend to be young, smooth and muscular, don’t send me pics that contradicts that image. 
If you are wanting pics be willing and able to send some in return. No one likes pic collectors. 
Also, don’t send pics that aren’t personally owned. That’s rude and creepy.
Just a few random thoughts. 😘

Well, there is a difference between roleplay and sexting, which both come under cyber sex, but many people get confused with the definitions.

I've always found my partners are equal with sharing pics. One time I got a guy who didn't share and so I said goodbye. He actually got angry with me, but he just didn't understand that I am a visual person and need images to connect.

I hate contradicting the discussion :/ but I always feel it is important to give an alternative view for a balanced discussion. ;) :heart:
 
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I really can't be arsed with cybersex. I've tried it, had a bit of fun but it's not my thing.

My preference is for mutual discussions on sexual attitudes, perspectives and experiences. I am interested in hearing about other people's fetishes but have no interest in role playing them on line.

I'd much rather hear about what convinced you to become a hot wife and how this has affected your life or about how you're struggling with pressure from your other half to bring others into your sex life, or why you decide to be unfaithful.

I find this variety of cyber sex far more stimulating.
 
Great points! Mind if I add a few?

Don't pressure me for pictures!

I'm a very private person and I don't want naked pictures of me floating around on the internet. If that's a deal-breaker for you, I understand. But asking me for pictures over and over really kills the mood.

Don't leave me hanging!

It takes girls a little longer, but we get there eventually. Logging out the moment you shoot your wad is not cool. Gentlemen make sure their partners finish too!

Slow responses kill the passion!

It's hard for me to stay aroused if you take five minutes to respond to every message I send. Unless you're an amazingly fast typist, don't chat with multiple partners simultaneously. And don't write a paragraph each time you post. Shorter give-and-take is hotter.

Tell me details what you're doing!

This is more personal preference, but even during RP it's really sexy to get occasional updates about what the other person is doing and how turned on they are. Knowing there's another aroused human being on the other end of the chat is part of the fun.

Spot on. Good partners invest time and energy into provocative, engaging and arousing exchanges. It must be reciprocated or it's a waste of time. And if you're just not feeling it, please tell. I might be disappointed but at least I know what's up. I'm a grown up. I'll get over it. Thanks for these posts.
 
Great points! Mind if I add a few?

Don't pressure me for pictures!

I'm a very private person and I don't want naked pictures of me floating around on the internet. If that's a deal-breaker for you, I understand. But asking me for pictures over and over really kills the mood.

Don't leave me hanging!

It takes girls a little longer, but we get there eventually. Logging out the moment you shoot your wad is not cool. Gentlemen make sure their partners finish too!

Slow responses kill the passion!

It's hard for me to stay aroused if you take five minutes to respond to every message I send. Unless you're an amazingly fast typist, don't chat with multiple partners simultaneously. And don't write a paragraph each time you post. Shorter give-and-take is hotter.

Tell me details what you're doing!

This is more personal preference, but even during RP it's really sexy to get occasional updates about what the other person is doing and how turned on they are. Knowing there's another aroused human being on the other end of the chat is part of the fun.


Great additions! I can't tell you how many times I've been asked for a pic and having it really kill the mood. I guess it's all about personal preference. Some people are more visual than others which I totally get. Personally dirty talk really does it for me especially if the person is descriptive. But then again watching the same porn with someone can be a lot of of fun too :)
 
Great points! Mind if I add a few?


Don't leave me hanging!

It takes girls a little longer, but we get there eventually. Logging out the moment you shoot your wad is not cool. Gentlemen make sure their partners finish too!



I confess, this is one I've never understood. The selfishness it belies when a man jumps like this without helping his partner get where she wants/needs to be. So not cool. Maybe the key word here is 'gentlemen'.
 
Great points! Mind if I add a few?

Don't pressure me for pictures!

I'm a very private person and I don't want naked pictures of me floating around on the internet. If that's a deal-breaker for you, I understand. But asking me for pictures over and over really kills the mood.

I'm with you on 'no pics!' Your profile pic if all I need--you'll always look like Holly Golightly to me!
 
I confess, this is one I've never understood. The selfishness it belies when a man jumps like this without helping his partner get where she wants/needs to be. So not cool. Maybe the key word here is 'gentlemen'.

I guess that some guys don't feel that they have to be gentlemen during cybersex. It happens once, then I think "That's a bummer :(", then again, a third, a fourth time... Either I'm doing something really wrong or really badly, or else my luck really sucks. So I've taken an extended break from any sexy chat with anyone. I enjoy it as much as the next person, but I for one am tired of getting the short end of things.
 
Thank you for these pointers. This is a new area for me, and I'm always afraid of coming off as some pushy weirdo.
 
Super thread (even if it’s a few months old)!

Clearly it’s not one size fits all, especially with the initial approach, but great advice here - thanks for posting!
 
Speaking as a man...

Can't really speak as anything else. Like, say, a lamp shade. Or a tree.

Anyway. My point. Why on earth would anyone take the time to chat and not care about the experience of their chat partner? Helping someone else reach release is more than half the fun. Logging off before your partner orgasms? If that's what you were headed toward, chat-wise? That's just...

Ick.

I don't understand.

Yes, it's very difficult to climax simultaneously in cyber-chat. So somebody's going to pop their cork first. And then that person ought to be downright excited about sticking around and finding just the right words to push their partner over the edge.

Sigh.

Okay.

Done now.

My soapbox and I are going elsewhere. : )
 
Thanks so much for this thread, very handy for this newbie. I've only been on a short time and definitely experienced almost all of these gigs and bad things.
I find the show response thing really distracting, especially if I'm chatting with a woman and I start to wonder if she's wading through a barrage of PMs or holding several convos at one. Then again I've done that myself when I get a couple of nibbles on an idea or topic and am now trying to figure out the best match. Then once I've found it, I feel bad to walk away from the others!

So strongly agree with hanging around till your partner finishes. I've been on the losing end of this a few times because I actually really enjoy getting the other person off so I'm fine to wait, but then so let down (literally) when they walk away. Fortunately have also had awesome partners that do a wonderful job helping me finish!
 
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