Much is written of submission on blogs and in chat rooms, and images abound of “submissive’s” and their so-called “Doms.” But what most BDSM sites and blogs present is entertainment, sexual titillation, and at times outright coercion and abuse rather than an exploration of genuine submissi ...

1. The healthy submissive is capable of, and thrives on, intense, intimate, emotionally open relationships. This is often evident in the number of nourishing, sustaining, and life affirming friendships she makes over the years.

2. The healthy submissive is a giver. She often needs h ...

There are many philosophies about service in a BDSM relationship. Some Dominants wish to have service slaves - girls who give up all that they are and devote their lives to serving every whim of their Masters - 24/7. Others keep sexual servants - who give their bodies over completely for ...

I once brought a submissive to tears in my arms after a particularly intense scene. I was concerned at first, until I felt the way she was holding me. These were tears of joy, and I held her tenderly and kissed her cheek. She began to apologize, and I silenced her, saying that tears of ...

You have the right to be treated with respect. Not only do you have this right, you have the right to demand it. Being submissive does not make you a doormat or less of a person than anyone else. The word “submissive” describes your nature and in no way diminishes you as a human being.

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