RchmdServiceNeed
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Joined: 3/5/2007 Status: offline
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Awe, I'm sorry that happened, I can definately relate. I agree with other's sentiments that for me it seems to be an issue of intimacy and aftercare [or even before care! ;)] It is a complete myth that Dommes don't need or want attention and need things in the relationship and they should feel able to ask for [not just demand] those things to find fulfillment in the relationship. There is so much output of energy and sometimes a sub does not give that amount back [nature of the beast] or, they give a different energy than what you are wanting or needing. I know people play with safe words for safety, but what about a word or phrase that can "pause play" without it being a big deal and give the dom and sub a chance to say if/why they are getting upset? I also think sometimes women especially are very subtle with their feelings, changes, desires, etc and other women may pick up on these cues but I do think it is harder for men in general to pick up on facial expressions, body language, voice, etc. -- added to the complication of being only a part of themselves [sub self] exagerated AND motivations/desires of their own really make for a tough read situation. Especially if the Domme is not communicating as much as she normally does and he is used to since they are in public. And there is extra stimulation for both with people arround, location, and play space activities, an "audience" that one or both people may be psuedo interacting with, etc. It can be tough for both sides. While walking away is obviously better than doing something out of anger, I think taking a break in the middle of play and not seeing it as an "end" is much better. For a sub, one of the worst things a dom can do is total rejection or walking away. As a sub, I wouldn't go back to a dom that did that more than once a year-- If they can't be in control of their own emotions and actions, how can they have control of mine? You sound like a great Domme. :) It is really hard sometimes as a Domme to admit you need things and ask for those things but it makes the sub's job of fulfilling all your hopes and dreams a lot easier! ha! I think also having an option to "pause play" makes it not a big deal and can help things not escalate. In the end though, realising that he was mis-reading your signs-- it's unfortunately on you to give him more info [voice, words, looks, pulled asside, back up plan, etc] so he can be successful & serve you well. Ya sound lucky to have such a sweetheart subbie! Best Wishes!
< Message edited by RchmdServiceNeed -- 6/25/2007 8:07:04 PM >
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