trainee_sub
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As someone who is very very new to this lifestyleI just wondered if anyone could help answer this for me
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trainee_sub said:As someone who is very very new to this lifestyleI just wondered if anyone could help answer this for me
bunny bondage said:well, i'd say you should have a dom in your life whom you trust implicitly and communicate with openly. don't get yourself into trouble with some stranger because you're anxious to get started. form a relationship first. ok, that is an important step. as for knowing when you yourself are ready to take the plunge and have your first experience, that's something only you can answer with your instincts. don't let anybody talk you into something you're not comfortable with. start SLOWLY, and establish safewords WAY BEFORE the scene. this will allow you to back out at any time for any reason. safety first.
Shadowsdream said:# 1...know what your fantasies really are.
# 2...realize that the first Dominant that offers to fullfill them may not be the right Dominant.
# 3...baby steps...you have to be able to crawl before you can run.
# 4...desperation=stupidity and devalues the experience and excitement can=a lack of caution.
# 5...build a gut feeling level of trust based on common sense with the Dominant over time...before even considering the first play.
# 6...enter the relationship honestly...with yourself and the partner.
# 7...leave your shyness at the door...it is a wonderful journey!
exiledmaster said:More importantly, how does a sub know that a particular dom is the one to make their fantasies real?
I could witter on for ever about trust and responsibility, but if you're havin doubts about whether a particular dom is right for your fantasy, then you probably haven't done enough talking.
I know that one size doesn't fit all (number three in the all time list of greatest lies, after 'I won't come in your mouth' and'the cheque's in the post') but for me, dealing with a long distance (non-exclusive) relationship right now, every time my sub expresses doubts I talk to her. Talk to her about what she doubts, about whether she's happy with the safewords and rules we've agreed, whether she's still turned on by my plans for her orgasms... If your dom/me won't do that, maybe you're right to have doubts...
I know one size doesn't fit all... Maybe the alternative is to meet a dom in place where a 'little' play can take place, like a club or a scene venue, so that you can get a feel for their self control and their ability to fit within the agreed rules; if that's your way opf being a sub that is...
bunny bondage said:heh, it's hard to let go of the shyness and nervousness. i've never done the online thing, so i'm not sure how it relates to that, but i do feel anxiety when i'm about to take that first step with a guy i've been seeing. when i KNOW it's about to happen for the first time, i just get this thrilling fear that feels like i'm high. it's kind of like stage fright in that i'm excited but also frazzled. but like Shadowsdream said, it is a great journey and certainly worth the effort of pushing down your scared thoughts!
Shadowsdream said:Now you have brought a question from Me...
Is it online fantasies or real life fantasies you are talking about please?
oktrainee_sub said:My question was about real life fantasies.
trainee_sub said:As someone who is very very new to this lifestyleI just wondered if anyone could help answer this for me
Shadowsdream said:When anticipation outweighs excitement and you understand that looking for romance is looking too far.
Shadowsdream said:ok
My answer would be...you may test your fantasies before you are ready if you settle for less than your magic.
But once you find your magic the moment to kneel to your magic is in that moment.
When you feel secure that you have a bases of trust and respect with the Dominant without a doubt in the pit of your stomache.
When anticipation outweighs excitement and you understand that looking for romance is looking too far.
When you know that you are emotionally strong enough to survive if the moment does not turn into an eternity...you may be ready now.
There is as much danger in waiting too long sometimes than there is in not waiting long enough.
lark sparrow said:You've received some great advice!
This is going to sound over-simplified, and contains no advice but the obvious, still I have found it true for myself.
You will know you are ready to make your fantasies real when you are compelled to act on them - ready to get out of your head, and actually do it. In each new and somewhat anxiety producing step there was a part of me saying "I can't believe I am actually going to do this!" and yet it was a certainty that it was indeed going to happen despite the anxiety (within all the safety precautions mentioned).
Sometimes a first step towards is thinking and talking about it with others - looking for advice and/or encouragement, sharing ideas, learning - so congratulations on that step, and good luck with the pursuit of your real life fantasies.
Ebonyfire said:I really think this statement has a lot of wisdom in it.
Many times submissives and dominants jump too far ahead. When you are submissive or dominant looking for your D/s magic AND romance or love, you may find yourself working at cross purposes.
trainee_sub said:Thank you Shadowsdream, it isnt just romance I'm searching for it's something a lot deeper than that and without wishing to sound fanciful it's something I have searched for for as long as I can remember without realising exactly what it was I wanted untill recently.
Shadowsdream said:That statement allows Me to think that you have a deeper understanding than you may even realize. ~~smile~~
SinfullySweet said:I agree with everything posted here, this is some excellent advice & feedback from everyone. I like you; have had doubts if I would be ready to go to the next level & bring these desires to reality. I believe that it is key to know exactly what you want in real-life as opposed to " online-play ".
I believe that exilledmaster had a great point - perhaps you should meet at a venue or night club in person. After all these are just words on a screen and we can all say what we want someone else to hear. I know for myself, I met with an online dominant in a nightclub for drinks and conversation. We decided that mutually we are on the same level and crave the same desires, however due to the distance between us, we are not able to act upon our fantasies at this time. We still keep in touch often and if circumstances should change, we will act upon it.
When you meet in person and have the opportunity to talk in person, it certainly puts a different perspective on things, not to mention all of your shyness, and nervousness goes out the window. Also, make sure the lines of communication are always open. If for any reason he doesn't want to talk to you about your worries, desires then of course he could not be the one for you. I wish you all the luck in the future!!
Take Care.
trainee_sub said:Thank you Sinfully sweet I hope that when I meet Him eventually what you say about shyness will apply to me
MissTaken said:As someone who went off half cocked and full of sub lust, being certain you are ready, is key. Then, how can one ever know she is ready?