breasts or nipples. TNG: The Next Generation. A tag commonly used by groups and organizations which cater to younger people involved in BDSM, typically ages 18–35. Top: The person "doing the action" (contrasted with bottom – the person receiving the action). Not to be confused with Dom which is the person who "puts the scene together". A male Dom could enjoy CBT and tell a sub what they are to do. In this case the Top is the submissive (following the direction of the Dom) and the bottom is the Dom (receiving the attention of the top). Topping from the bottom: When a bottom purports to be a submissive but nonetheless tries to overdirect the top in a manner not fitting to the scene or relationship. TPE (Total Power Exchange): A relationship where the dominant or owner has complete authority and influence over the submissive's life, making the majority of decisions. Training: Either referring to a short period of time, or an ongoing effort of the dominant teaching the submissive how to behave for their own preferences. Vanilla: Someone who is not into BDSM. Alternatively, sexual behavior which does not encompass BDSM activity. Wax play: The top drips hot wax on the bottom. WIITWD: What It Is That We Do. A broad term referring to all forms of alternative sexuality. In addition, high protocol refers to groups or individuals that adhere to strict roles and role-based rules of conduct, whereas low protocol refers to groups or individuals that are more relaxed. Old Guard now usually refers to high protocol groups, particularly gay leather BDSM groups; people who use this phrase may be romanticizing a perception of leather history: see Old Guard leather. See also Bondage positions and methods Index of BDSM articles List of BDSM equipment Outline of BDSM References BDSM terms Wikipedia glossaries using unordered lists