Glossary term

Role-play

Also known as roleplayrole playingfantasy play

Role-play is playfully acting out a scenario or characters with a partner — a creative, low-stakes way to explore fantasies and add novelty to intimacy.

The gist

Role-play means stepping into a scene or character together — anything from a simple setup to an elaborate story. It's a playful outlet for fantasy and a gentle way to try on new dynamics. Agreeing on the outline beforehand, and keeping a way to step out of character, keeps it fun and safe.

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