AnnaOfAramis
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i would consider this as someone who has invested the same time and energy in themselves. in the course of doing so they've gained leadership skills, had positions of authority, become well versed in human dynamics, have some understanding of psychology, the human body, leather history and culture, and the application of pain utilizing various techniques. in addition, i would expect that he communicates well, is an excellent listener, adept at behavioral conditioning, in control of his temperament, dependable, trustworthy, has integrity, displays confidence in his decision making, is acutely aware of the exchange he seeks and is capable of creating it, and most importantly has a desire to accept the responsibilities of guiding and caring for another human being.
i do not ascribe to the belief that the master is better, i see his role as complimentary to my own as his slave. however, there is another concept that i'll discuss and that is the master as perfection personified. i will be honest, while i can grasp it on a transcendental level and recognize that it is possible, it is difficult for me to say whether many aspire to such or ever reach that place. i do believe this is how some submissives and slaves view their master. however, to do so would require me to have someone that embodies the characteristics i've described.
Hi porcelaine-of-the-ever-changing-avatar:) (I really liked that last one with the geisha-like robe)
I agree with much in here and wanted to just expand a little on it. I would say a Master is one who has mastered himself first and foremost and is a Man of strong integrity and character and leadership abilities and possessed of the qualities that you describe. I would disagree that a knowledge of leather history and the application of pain is necessary however. Someone can master someone else without either of those things. Like you, I see it more as internal enslavement. All that is required is that a Master who has worked on crafting himself to be the best Man he can be is then able to compel others to follow him based on the Man he is. He should be able to do this, IMO, with nothing but the force of his personality.
Skills in using implements are important to learn if one is going to use them. But learning them alone, does not a Master make.
What you said about perfection, I think that goes two ways. A Master can also see perfection in his slave. But I don't really believe perfection is attainable on either side- perhaps moments of perfection. But being human, we all have our off days. I don't think a Master is "better" than a slave. I think they are both a natural part of creation and each has their place in it, like Yin and Yang. You need both for balance. Having said that, it is also natural for a slave to follow and to defer, so respect for that position differential is given, but being lower in status, does not equate to being lower in value or not being "as good as." They are just different sides of a coin.
Thanks for posting, I've enjoyed reading your posts so far!
Well wishes,
anna
< Message edited by AnnaOfAramis -- 10/23/2009 5:01:19 AM >
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