CNC in bed stands for "Consensual Non-Consent." It is a sexual kink within the BDSM community where participants engage in role-playing scenarios that simulate non-consensual acts, such as forced sex or other power-dynamic scenes, but with prior, explicit consent from all involved parties. This means that although the acts appear non-consensual, they are agreed upon beforehand, requiring extensive communication, trust, and clear boundaries to ensure safety and mutual consent throughout the experience
. Common CNC scenarios include rape fantasies, kidnapping, blackmailing, interrogation, or sexual acts performed while one partner is asleep, all enacted with consent and safety measures in place. CNC is controversial due to its triggering nature and potential for emotional harm if boundaries are not respected. It demands careful negotiation and aftercare to maintain the well- being of participants
. In summary, CNC is consensual role-play of non-consensual acts in a sexual context, emphasizing consent, communication, and trust to differentiate it from actual non-consensual acts or assault
