Key Roles of a Healthy D/s

This writing task has taken me a lot longer to write and has just raised a lot more questions, then answers, because it is extremely difficult to have a conceptual framework that will work for everyone, or for a singular definition to work that will either be agreed on…As we all know the following situation can and does occur: I realise that I’m treading into very treacherous territory by attacking this topic. Recall the classic question, “What’s the difference between a submissive and a slave?” Throw that one into any BDSM discussion group, wait five seconds and watch the fur fly. It’s inevitable. Why? Because the terms “submissive” and “slave” mean different things to just about every person who uses them. Same with “master.” And, well, just about everything else.  
I found this when I asked can a slave also identify as a pup, and well, I could not have expected the responses that followed… It is important to remember that this is based on my experiences and in no way is this for everyone, take what you will from it and create your own frameworks that suit your interpersonal relationships in the realm of BDSM. Finally, respect and trust are key.Personal responsibility (to) informed consensual kink (PRICK) is what is needed in a D/s it certainly is the responsibility of both parties (or more depending on the nature of the relationships being interacted with)D/s relationships tend to be based on trust, respect, honour and integrity, that is surrounded by open communications, and these communication lines need to be both respected and adhered to. There are times when one party may not be able to communicate and this should be allowed for, but not just closed off as when your sharing the various level of trust aspects that come with the territory of BDSM, not discussing something can lead to descent and a fracture within the frameworks and core values of the D/s.
I found this when I asked can a slave also identify as a pup, and well, I could not have expected the responses that followed… It is important to remember that this is based on my experiences and in no way is this for everyone, take what you will from it and create your own frameworks that suit your interpersonal relationships in the realm of BDSM. Finally, respect and trust are key.Personal responsibility (to) informed consensual kink (PRICK) is what is needed in a D/s it certainly is the responsibility of both parties (or more depending on the nature of the relationships being interacted with)D/s relationships tend to be based on trust, respect, honour and integrity, that is surrounded by open communications, and these communication lines need to be both respected and adhered to. There are times when one party may not be able to communicate and this should be allowed for, but not just closed off as when your sharing the various level of trust aspects that come within the territory of BDSM, not discussing something can lead to descent and a fracture within the frameworks and core values of the D/sEssentially keeping secrets is not good, having private aspects of your life is OK, just remember that either the submissive or Dominant will notice when the other is not travelling too well, while no matter how you may hide it, they know…. That’s is part and parcel of a healthy and successful D/s. If you can not trust your submissive or Dominant with sharing personal aspects of your life, then I would question how healthy the D/s is.

 

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