gretchenS -> RE: Is it a Dominant tendency, to want multiple subs? Is the pursuit and challenge a constant need? (9/25/2006 2:09:24 PM)
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Steve (Voltare) here, So, there's a few issues here. Amayos is pretty on target, the desire for men to seek out more than one female is genetically hardwired. However, so is our instinct to kill when we are angry, and take whatever we desire. Murder and theft may be our natures, but they don't make for a very functional society. Many people consider the desire for multiple partners or romance a 'need.' Personally, I don't. It ranks up there with a desire to smoke, drink beer, have sex, or listen to country music. All of these activities can be addictive, and a person with these addictions might feel these are 'necessities' but clearly they are not. Necessities are eating, sleeping, shelter, medical care, and appropriate clothing for the weather. Failing to care for these needs will result in death. Smoking, alcohol, sex, or music may make life more enjoyable, but are hardly a requirement. So, if sex is not a need, than it must be addressed as a desire, just like any other desire. Now, we all make mistakes - it's only part of being human. When we hurt those we love, it can really make life difficult, and the importance of trust (and the difficulty of repairing it) has already been addressed. It's up to you to decide if you wish to continue the relationship or not, but keep in mind that if you really have a hard time seeing yourself fully trusting again, you would do both yourself and your Dom a favor by brining the relationship to an end. I don't think the issue of his seeking other subs is nearly as alarming as the fact that (as you mentioned) lied numerous times about his own well being. Odds are that he wasn't just lying to you, but to himself about how he feels. This sort of self-denial can be linked to poor self-esteem, depression, or other psychological problems, and isn't likely to go away overnight. The seeking of other relationships probably has nothing to do with a desire for more than one sub, but more likely to be linked to a desire to escape his real life situation, by living out fantasy relationships online. The chatting and emails with other subs might never have resulted in a real life encounter, as he was likely seeking only virtual interaction to replace an unfulfilling life. This doesn't mean there is anything at all wrong with you as a person, submissive, or lover, but reflects deeper issues that he seems unwilling to confront. Or, maybe he's just a Horney Net Geek, and can't help himself. [:-] Obviously, we're grasping at straws, because you don't really tell us anything about him. Anyway, best of luck to you, no matter what you choose. Stephan & gretchen
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