Just Another Experiment Failed

I've been in this open relationship for over a year now. We both agreed to it as a way to explore and experiment with our desires without the constraints of monogamy. One such experiment was introducing CNC roleplay, something I had thought about before but never acted upon. My partner wanted to push some boundaries by having me pretend to be non-consenting during one session, while she took on the authoritative control in a BDSM context. It seemed like it could add an element of intrigue and excitement to our dynamic. But as we started, I found myself really struggling with the psychological aspect. The power dynamics felt too intense for me, and despite everything being entirely consensual beforehand, there was something about pretending that made me uncomfortable. We ended up having a long talk afterwards, recognizing that maybe this particular kink isn't right for us after all. It's just one more thing to add to the pile of failed experiments in our non-traditional relationship.