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Golden614 -> RE: qu (7/9/2009 2:13:41 PM)
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I had to reply to this one. I identify as both a Buddhist and a masochist, so this is an easy one for me. I do not seek out one as a result of the other, these two aspects of my personality coexist simultaneously and completely separately. Not to repeat what has already been discussed, but I do not think any Buddhist would seek out any form of suffering as a way to attain enlightenment, it's more of a matter of accepting that suffering will happen and you shouldn't waste energy trying to avoid it. As a masochist, it has to be understood that my idea of pain and someone else's are two totally different things, that I do not derive any kind of suffering from a reasonable amount of pain, on the contrary, as a masochist I feel a great deal of pleasure from it. Both emotionally and physically.
This thread was of particular interest to me because I have recently been thinking of the correlation between identifying as a slave and a Buddhist. Let it not ever be said that having the desire to "serve" someone in any way is at all easy. It takes so much patience. Being pretty new to all of this and in my unique situation, I am astounded at just how much patience is required. Through meditation, self awareness and acceptance, I find that my role as a sub/slave is not only easier, but seems completely natural. I have seen other girls on here mention that they're slaves and always have been, etc etc. I wonder how much they identify with Buddhist philosophies, practise Buddhism, and so on. I hope this won't be considered "hijacking" the thread! Hopefully it can be viewed as just an extension of the OP. :-)
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