mylittlesub
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Having been through many disagreements with my Master over the years, I can certainly say that when he chuckles or seems amused at something I've said in earnest, it feels insulting to me and demeaning. Now, if I'm saying something flip, sarcastic or facetiously, then it deserves amusement even if its inappropriate (we're both guilty of injecting comic relief into a heated disagreement to diffuse things). We have outlined rules of engagement that specify acceptable behavior for discussing things that we do not always agree on, so that we can both have boundaries to rely on. As long as I discuss things respectfully I am given the freedom to speak my mind and share my thoughts. However, if I am so out of control that I am shaking my fists at him in anger, then I'm out of control. I NEED for him to remain calm, control his own anger, and realizing that my anger is simply a smoke-screen for some hurt or pain I am having difficulty dealing with. If he simply reminds me of my place and refuses to allow such behavior while at the same time gently recognizing I have that pain, my anger crumbles every time. Usually then I am very humbled and ashamed of my behavior, and reminded yet again how lucky I am to have a Master who is so patient with me. Knowing he has power over me is reassuring - I need him to know it, too, and use it without abusing it.
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