ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Masochism

Masochism is when someone enjoys feeling pain. Some people get pleasure out of experiencing things that are usually seen as unpleasant. For example, they might enjoy pain during a spanking or hitting. They might also like to have someone else control them or being in uncomfortable situations. Being a masochist doesn't mean that someone enjoys pain all the time; it just means they are aroused by the sensation.