Shii Posted:

I’m more debating the perceptual value of the word “pain.” If they’re enjoying something that by definition is unpleasant, then it can no longer be called pain.

Therefore, isn’t “masochism” by default an invalid description?

I enjoy a good romp with a lady in leather where physical discipline is involved, pain is pain regardless of your perception. It is a hard wired response to negative sensation, it is the release of endorphins afterward which is pleasurable to masochists.