I think you’re right that it’s the imbalance and the psychological side that really hits the hardest. Physical restraints are impactful too, but the sense of being mentally controlled is what keeps me hooked. I once came across this story https://femdom-pov.me/thecherrygirl-negative-aftercare/ and it highlighted exactly that point for me — the tension builds up not just through the act, but through anticipation, body language, and the way the dom shapes the atmosphere. In my own experience, even outside of stories, a simple pause or a look can create way more pressure than any chain or rope, because it plays directly with your expectations. That’s what makes the whole thing so unforgettable, the fact that your own mind becomes part of the game.

Just passing by this thread and thought I’d share something more general. I think it’s interesting how any kind of immersive storytelling — whether it’s in books, movies, or even role-play games — can change our mindset for a while. I remember watching a really intense thriller once, and for hours afterward I felt extra alert walking down the street, like the story trained me to expect danger. So it’s not just femdom POV or even erotica, it’s a wider effect of how narratives can get under our skin. It’s kind of fascinating how the brain doesn’t fully differentiate between lived experience and vividly imagined ones.