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Bow Down

Written by: Lindsay Goldwert
Narrated by: Lisa Flanagan, Linsday Goldwert - introduction
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One of Glamour’s Best Books of 2020

Popular podcast host and personal finance expert Lindsay Goldwert explores what professional dominatrixes can teach us about confidence, power, and happiness.

Imagine, for a moment, a world where the usual power dynamic is turned on its head. Where women not only stop apologizing, but seize - and enjoy - control. This is the quickly mainstreaming world of BDSM (bondage, discipline, sadism, masochism) - and it has a lot to teach women about empowerment, negotiation, open-mindedness, and more. Journalist Lindsay Goldwert, intrigued by this seismic cultural shift, traveled across the United States to meet the stars of the subculture, who spoke frankly with her about their lives and work.

In “lively, funny, thoughtful channeling of wisdom” (Sara Benincasa, author of Real Artists Have Day Jobs), these Alpha women show you how you can reset the power dynamic in any situation to get what you want - whether it’s from a husband, a boss, or partner. They share strategies for revolutionizing not only your sex life, but your career, your relationships, and most importantly, your inner foundations.

With bondage gear popping up on the big screen, the runway, the red carpet, and in celebrity lingerie lines, BDSM is officially moving out of the dungeon and into the sun. Let Bow Down help you learn how to use it.

“Whether your fantasies lie in the bedroom or the boardroom, Lindsay will give you the courage to go forth and dominate.” (Sarah Cooper, author of How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men’s Feelings).

©2020 Lindsay Goldwert (P)2020 Simon & Schuster Audio

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  • 2021-05-04

WOW!!!

I never leave reviews. But this book was so intelligently written and delivered I had to say how much I absolutely enjoyed it! I purchased this book with an interest and looking into domination and kink and it turned out to be more of a mental and emotional understanding of what it is to be a woman in today's world. From start to finish, this book has reinforced my desire for change and confidence in my views and beliefs about so much more than just sex and self-confidence! I think this book should be recommended reading in the self-help/improvement category,! I highly highly recommend it for anyone who is looking for a deeper understanding of themselves or knows anyone who is struggling and needing to make big changes in their lives. I was expecting a book to teach me about the world of domination techniques and instead I got a much-needed chance to self reflect. Thank you so much for this excellent work!

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I am a man

I was interested in this book as a man for many personal reasons. Even though it might be written for women primarily, the lessons and stories are so inspiring and human that it has deeply impacted my own life. So grateful that stories like these are available to me and others in this form!

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Insightful

Lots of great information and practical insight from industry professionals. A great starting point for those curious about power dynamics as they relate to D/s relationships.

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