Is exhibitionism public nudity?

No. Exhibitionism in BDSM happens between consenting people. Exposing yourself to anyone who has not agreed is not kink, it is harassment.

Can I be an Exhibitionist without a public scene?

Yes. Many Exhibitionists only play in private, with one trusted partner. The pleasure is in being seen, not in the number of viewers.

Where does this show on my iris?

Mostly in the Voyeurism sector, since the two sides of being seen and seeing live there. Power and Roleplay may also light up.

Tell a trusted partner. Negotiate small steps. Use the body map to mark what you do and do not want shown. Aftercare matters here too.

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Are you an Exhibitionist?

Exhibitionist in a kink context means finding pleasure in being seen. With the consent of those who are watching. The pleasure can be in feeling desired, in performing a precise version of yourself, in the heightened attention of a witness. A good Exhibitionist cares about consent on both sides. They check that the people present actually want to see. The thrill is in the exchange of attention, not in surprising anyone. The iris test maps how exhibitionism sits next to your other dimensions.

Signs this sounds like you

You feel more present when you know you are being watched.
You enjoy showing the version of yourself you choose to show.
Performing a precise gesture under a partner's gaze excites you.
Being desired with words, not only with eyes, matters to you.
You care that the watchers have explicitly agreed to watch.

Go further with your iris.

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Common questions

Is exhibitionism public nudity?: No. Exhibitionism in BDSM happens between consenting people. Exposing yourself to anyone who has not agreed is not kink, it is harassment.
Can I be an Exhibitionist without a public scene?: Yes. Many Exhibitionists only play in private, with one trusted partner. The pleasure is in being seen, not in the number of viewers.
Where does this show on my iris?: Mostly in the Voyeurism sector, since the two sides of being seen and seeing live there. Power and Roleplay may also light up.
How do I begin?: Tell a trusted partner. Negotiate small steps. Use the body map to mark what you do and do not want shown. Aftercare matters here too.