Not all kinks are created equal

The main difference between a kink and a dumb kink is the difference between a paddle and an oar. One is a sexy little quirk; the other is just overdoing it.

There is nothing wrong with being a freak in the sheets. In fact, the freedom to express your intimate needs with a consenting adult partner is one of the cornerstones of a healthy relationship.

But there are carnal acts that are over-the-top, or cliché, or just boring and are, therefore, dumb. The 10 kinks we feature here all dumb because they're silly or dangerous or just unnecessarily creepy. If you're into clowns or light sockets, don't take this list personally. This is just a loving suggestion that, you know, maybe you're in a rut. Check out our 10 sex kinks that are kind of dumb.