A Night of Exploration

I've been casually dating someone I met through a mutual friend for about three months now. We're both artists and share many interests, but we haven't committed to anything exclusive yet. Last night, we decided to push our boundaries by exploring some roleplay dynamics that neither of us had ever done before. It felt like a natural progression in getting to know each other on a deeper level. We started off with some mild blindfolding and light bondage play, which was exhilarating but also surprisingly comforting. I didn't expect to feel such a strong connection of trust and vulnerability during those moments. As the night progressed, we moved towards more submissive roles for both of us, something I had never really considered before. What's bothering me now is how natural it all felt, I'm questioning if this newfound interest means there are deeper issues with my own assertiveness or control that need to be addressed. Or maybe it's just about the thrill of letting go and connecting in a way we hadn't before. I want to understand better why these dynamics were so appealing, but also slightly unnerving.