Tapestry -> RE: What should iI be seeking in a good Master/Dom? (2/10/2006 11:02:07 PM)
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I have to agree with Celeste. Finish one relationship before you start another. And unless there are greater issues surrounding the end of your marriage, consider talking to your husband about exploring the lifestyle. It's not fair to you, to your husband, or a potential Dom to not have one finished before starting a new relationship. Have you considered seeking professional help and counseling with the marriage issues? Above all, BDSM and a Dom, are not going to rescue you from a bad marriage, only you can do that. I also have to agree with John, find your local BDSM group and join it. Typically there are informative and educational presentations, as well as opportunities to get to know experienced people who can help you learn, explore, and discover if this is for you. After you have discovered if this is for you, in a safe and sane environment, then seek out a Dominant partner. And I also have to agree with Ron, pick up a copy of The Loving Dominant by John Warren, PhD. As I was learning about the lifestyle, that book, along with several websites, was very helpful and informative! I didn't have to order my copy as it is sold at Barnes & Noble. I don't know if other bookstores carry it or not. Good luck to you. I have first hand knowledge of how hard it is to end a marriage and stand on my own 2 feet. I had/have a child to support, and only 1/3 the income, and just felt I could never manage to do it. Finally, I found the strength and made it happen. Was it easy? Oh hell no! Was it worth it? Absotively Posilutely!!!! Figuring out how to stand on my own 2 feet and take care of my son and myself for the past few years, knowing that I can do it, and don't NEED a man to do it for me, makes my submission even more meaningful, because it's a choice. It's not done out of desperation, but simply because I want to. And having been alone and independant for awhile makes the relationship with Master better than I could have ever hoped for. Be strong, believe in yourself, and you will find you have hidden depths of courage and abilities you didn't know you had! In the meantime, if you choose to pursue meeting Dom's now, be careful of the posers, the users, and those who will take advantage of you. There are genuine ones here, as Ron said, but there are also a lot of hustlers too. For that reason alone I suggest a real life, face-to-face BDSM group. Celeste's suggestion of Head/Heart/Gut is good advice also, as is Champagnewishes suggestion to hit block and move on when chatting if you are uncomfortable. A true Dom is a gentleman and will not pressure you. They will understand your newness and be willing to teach you and work with you at a pace that's comfortable for you. Furthermore, they will not use abusive or bullying language with you.
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