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Submissive Virtues - 1/9/2007 8:33:32 PM

Caitriona

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If you don't mind....I'd like to bounce some thoughts off the members of this forum.

I've started compiling a list of what one might call "virtues" - sort of guideposts to the desired mindset in submission. It is my opinion that statements and actions should reinforce desires, just as desires shoudl motivate statements and actions. I hope that makes sense.

So far I've decided upon:

Grace
Mindfulness
Integrity
Transparency
Service

Any thoughts or suggestions? Thanks in advance!

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/9/2007 9:13:01 PM

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I would add patience, obedience and maturity.

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/9/2007 9:33:52 PM

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A few years ago Master gave me an assignment involving such 'virtues'. I had to identify 10 traits or qualities that I deemed a priority in my slavery. I then selected a person for each trait..a person in the leather community that exemplified a specific quality on my list.

The qualities I selected

Self-confidence: Confidence in oneself or one's own abilities
Grace: Seemingly effortless beauty or charm of movement, form, or proportion.
Spiritual center/development/focus: The state, quality, manner, or fact of being spiritual. affecting the soul
Courage: The state or quality of mind or spirit that enables one to face danger, fear, or vicissitudes with self-possession
Educating:Sharing knowledge as I learn
Integrity: Steadfast adherence to a strict moral or ethical code
Compassion : humanity, consideration, benevolence, altruism, Unselfish concern for the welfare of others
Humility : modesty in behavior, attitude, or spirit; not arrogant or prideful, Humble, obedient,
Dignity : The quality or state of being worthy of esteem or respect, respectability, composure, gallant demeanor
Trusting: To have or place reliance; dependance, reliance, faith in each other,

There was more to this assignment but this was the focus.

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/9/2007 9:51:13 PM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: Caitriona
Grace
Mindfulness
Integrity
Transparency
Service
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patience
obedience
maturity
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Self-confidence: Confidence in oneself or one's own abilities
Grace: Seemingly effortless beauty or charm of movement, form, or proportion.
Spiritual center/development/focus: The state, quality, manner, or fact of being spiritual. affecting the soul
Courage: The state or quality of mind or spirit that enables one to face danger, fear, or vicissitudes with self-possession
Educating:Sharing knowledge as I learn

Integrity: Steadfast adherence to a strict moral or ethical code
Compassion : humanity, consideration, benevolence, altruism, Unselfish concern for the welfare of others
Humility : modesty in behavior, attitude, or spirit; not arrogant or prideful, Humble, obedient,
Dignity : The quality or state of being worthy of esteem or respect, respectability, composure, gallant demeanor
Trusting: To have or place reliance; dependance, reliance, faith in each other,

I don't see how these apply ONLY to submissive. I think these are all great qualities for a healthy person. Nice lists!

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/9/2007 9:56:48 PM

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greetings

there are only two that i apply; to be found pleasing in all ways; and absolute obedience

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/9/2007 10:04:20 PM

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I think the qualities of perseverance and self-control are handy.

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/9/2007 10:20:39 PM

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I agree, anything that makes for a good person will make for a good submissive.

So I'll go with self-aware and refuses to settle.

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/10/2007 6:28:21 AM

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I'll add Loyalty to the many wonderful things already listed.

Edited to add: Willingness to change and grow.

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/10/2007 6:43:29 AM

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honesty, trust, intelligence and true inner strength

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/10/2007 10:10:06 AM

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My list of things I strive for as a slave:
Willingness (to learn, grow, be instructed, to experience, etc.)
Obedience (to my partner, and to my own values as well)
Trust (both trusting and trustworthy)
Openess (to new things, to learning, to life, etc.)
Confidence (in self, in partner, in capacity to live a fulfilling life, etc.)
Strength (to get through things that are difficult, to be myself, etc.)
Grace (in what I do and how I act)
Compassion (for myself and others around me)
Awareness (of myself and others, of the world around me, etc.)
Gratitude (to partner and self, to be grateful for life and living, for the things provided in this life, etc.)
Acceptance (of my partner, my life, and myself, of new things, etc.)
Esteem (for myself, my partner, and those I surround myself with)
Enthusiasm (for doing what is expected of me, for living life, for being with my partner- the list could go on)
Passion (for life, for everything I do, for my partner and myself)
Loyalty (to my partner, our relationship, and myself)

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/10/2007 1:36:09 PM

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open communicator
honest
patient
well behaved
service oriented
sort of selfless
charming
elegant
healthy
happy
affectionate
sturdy
sexy
strong
smart
I could go on and on

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RE: Submissive Virtues - 1/10/2007 1:52:54 PM

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I agree with those listed by others, but find one lacking in all. I would add Creativity. Without a good imagination you merely wait to be instructed or repeat endlessly. Imaginative service anticipates His needs and shows devotion.

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