OTK paddling is a traditional form of punishment that involves giving strong swats to the buttocks. It reinforces authority and educates obedience. The receiver normally takes a posture across the thighs of the disciplinarian. Over The Knee discipline can range from light reprimand to intense disciplinary action. It can elicit an array of feelings including humiliation, relief, and even arousal. Some individuals pursue OTK spanking for sexual pleasure as part of their intimate encounters.