I've used this as my personal trademark quote for years but very few have ever asked me what it means. President Obama and hopeful, Romney were in Denver Wednesday for the first public presidential debate. I attended Obama's rally at Sloan Lake the following day. I have always admired Barack ever since he was a senator for Illinois. I remember seeing him on Oprah about 10 years ago and even then there were whispers of him being a top candidate for becoming America's first black president.
While many blacks were skeptical, what was interesting was that the most vocal about him running for President were not African Americans. Not even Hispanics. It were White Americans who were the most excited. I sat back and silently observed what was happening. I have never in my life seen that many whites clamor excitedly around an African American as a positive role model. Yes, Oprah has a lock on the white female population's respect and love but she is a celebrity. Obama was something else altogether... hope.
You would listen to him speak and you were ENGAGED. Everything he says makes sense. It awakened everyone's faith in possibly having a real candidate for president they can believe will actually DO SOMETHING. When he decided to run for president, it was no surprise. People around me were excited. I hadn't seen this much enthusiasm about an election since Bill Clinton but even then he was an unknown until we got a taste of his soulful side and down to earth personality.
I remember every promise he made during his election speeches. And I've counted off every single one he's tried to accomplish since he was elected. This man, a black man, is the only President (during my lifetime) who has actually made a conscious effort to fulfill his campaign promises. Not "moral" promises that mean nothing but promises of substance. Actions to try and change what got the country where it was before he got elected. While Republicans can only focus on the deficit, the fear of bigger government, and what unborn children will have to deal with... Obama focuses on the NOW. What do we need now. And how to get there.
No one man can solve the country's ills. Only WE can. Obama can put the ball in motion but America's citizens and business leaders are the ones who guide that ball to its goal. No president can offer change without the cooperation of its people. ALL OF ITS PEOPLE. The Republicans are a bit narrow minded when it comes to that simple truth. With Obama, he seeks to include everybody. I have never seen a Republican who wanted the same thing. Now, I will admit that I like Romney as he is not as conservative in his ways. But I still feel that it takes a full term to make any worthwhile changes and that Obama needs to stay leader so that all the positive growth we've seen can see us through the mess Republican policies put us in to begin with.
America has a short term memory... and it's chronic.
Real change happens when you make a conscious effort to actually DO IT. American's can be viewed as lazy. But they are not. I have seen what American's can do when there is a crisis. I helped during Katrina along side other Americans and foreigners who cut their vacations short to help out. The human spirit is reliable and I find comfort in knowing that you can't judge a whole people by the actions of a few. That's like throwing out an entire barrel of freshly picked apples just because you found one or two rotten ones.
I apply that same mentality to submissives. When I say "real change begins with you", I mean that you have the power to affect change in your own life to accomplish your goals. Whether that is getting a better job, finding your soul mate, or finding a Master. Nothing comes to you as if by magic. You have to put in work. And if you are not willing to work for what you want then you get 100% of nothing in return.
Anything worthwhile in life requires an investment of time. Masters and Dominants invest their personal time to the development and nurturing of a submissive. The submissive in turn is expected to put in work to align themselves as possible candidates for the ultimate goal of attaining a lasting and beneficial relationship with their chosen Dominant. Just like my "black sovereign" emblem above represents, two opposites in harmony with one another with the dominant side (the face of a black man dominating its opposite) always the driving force that keeps the dynamic going strong.
My advice to submissives who have not been successful in finding what they seek is to truly understand what it is that you want first. Know it, believe in it. And if you are not there yet, then work on it until you do. Dominants want you to be ready now. And it's disrespectful to come at us any other way. Know you role.. know who you are and what it is you truly desire. A Master can help you discover this but make the effort worth it. Be able to offer something to make your journey worthwhile... whether it is your direct service, professional skills (offered pro-bono), or payment for time spent. Always remember who's serving whom at all times.
REAL change begins with YOU...
So where do you start? First, what is it that you truly want that will make you happy? Answer that question and you're on your way. Not sure what will make you happy... then Houston, you have a problem.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Gaining My Trust
Trust is huge with me. It is the most important component of any relationship. Without it, you have nothing to build upon. If you approach me about service, I expect you to be a man of your word. Follow through with what you tell me. If I can't trust what you're saying to me then I don't see how you'll ever be able to please me. Just mean what you say or don't say it at all. If you learn anything from me, of importance... learn that.
The Importance of Gaining Initial Trust
(excerpt from a BSU mentorship session)
Initial trust formation is important because it is pervasive. Almost every relationship begins with an initial phase. The initial phase can be characterized by uncertainty and doubt, in which both parties feel around for the right level of trust to accord the other.
Initial trust is also important because many critical transactions are done in the initial phase of getting to know one another. These include brief introductions (first contact online or at public venue), communication of expectations, sexual and domestic activities of various kinds , chance hookups and temporary tasks or jobs (assigned to you - which are almost always to be considered "tests").
During this phase, both parties may extend or withdraw cooperation, and may do so willingly or unwillingly, with either confident and secure feelings or with tension, doubt and skepticism. In any case, the level of trust may impact their effectiveness, making it easy or difficult to accomplish the parties’ interdependent roles. Initial trust is therefore key to what the parties in the relationship can accomplish together.
Initial trust has further import because it excavates a cognitive/affective channel that often has lasting implications for the future mental model of the relationship.
The Importance of Gaining Initial Trust
(excerpt from a BSU mentorship session)
Initial trust formation is important because it is pervasive. Almost every relationship begins with an initial phase. The initial phase can be characterized by uncertainty and doubt, in which both parties feel around for the right level of trust to accord the other.
Initial trust is also important because many critical transactions are done in the initial phase of getting to know one another. These include brief introductions (first contact online or at public venue), communication of expectations, sexual and domestic activities of various kinds , chance hookups and temporary tasks or jobs (assigned to you - which are almost always to be considered "tests").
During this phase, both parties may extend or withdraw cooperation, and may do so willingly or unwillingly, with either confident and secure feelings or with tension, doubt and skepticism. In any case, the level of trust may impact their effectiveness, making it easy or difficult to accomplish the parties’ interdependent roles. Initial trust is therefore key to what the parties in the relationship can accomplish together.
Initial trust has further import because it excavates a cognitive/affective channel that often has lasting implications for the future mental model of the relationship.
Saturday, September 15, 2012
The Importance of Never Saying NO
More times than not, most submissives will encounter a situation where they will struggle with the dilemma of whether to comply with an order from a dominant or decline compliance based on fear, a personal limitation or misconception.
It is every submissives right to protect themselves from harm but is it worth the risk of damaging the trust you've built with your dominant? Or worse yet, seen as "useless" in his eyes which prompts him to seek out another submissive who will comply with what he wants?
I think you know the answer to that.
What's important in this Lifestyle is being able to find a balance. Depending on how attached you are emotionally to your Dominant will make the importance of never saying "no" that much more significant.
I teach my submissives to offer alternatives if they feel uncomfortable indulging in a request or activity. For example, I may want to put my sub in a hood for a sensory deprivation scene but he is claustrophobic; now while I teach my subs to bring things like that to my attention early, some things may not be at the forefront of their mind until a situation brings it front and center.
Instead of saying "Sorry, Sir I can't do that"... I would rather hear "Sir, as much as I want to please you, I don't want to disappoint you with my behavior if you put me in that hood. I am very claustrophobic and while I would do it for your pleasure because that's what you want... I would love to start with a blindfold, if that is okay with you? That way I can work on overcoming that fear... for you, my Master."
Do you see the difference?
Instead of flat out saying "No"... you are showing that you want to comply and willingly offering an alternative in order to please your Dominant and ensure that you perform to his expectations. Disappointing a Dominant is something every submissive who values their connection should avoid at all costs. But, any situation can be negotiable with the proper word choice.
Just make sure you are being upfront and honest about your limitations. There is a difference between blindly submitting out of desperation to please and submitting responsibly to ensure your Dominant stays interested in you and you are allowed to continue to serve to the mutual benefit of all parties involved.
Real Life example #1: A local service applicant was supposed to meet me today (9/16) for his second (chance) interview after he blew his first one the previous week. After spending a week working hard to get me to consider giving him another chance to prove himself... he texts me to say that he "thinks" he got food poisoning from KFC last night.
In my experience, the food poisoning excuse has been used many times before by subs who didn't have the balls to just say they were too nervous to go through with meeting. He claims that he doesn't want to complain about soreness and being exhausted so I asked a critical question... what is more important? At least TRYING to comply or fearing that you would disappoint me somehow thereby choosing the option to cancel? He couldn't give me a straight answer, just kept talking about fearing he would complain and that he still had "bubble guts". So I made the decision for him at that point. I told him to stay home and that I would make other plans... he texted that he was "sorry". I texted back that sorry wasn't necessary. His non-compliance only helped another sub hopeful gain an opportunity to prove himself.
He texted back that he never said he would not follow through with coming over for the interview. I texted that it didn't matter. Not giving me a straight answer was proof enough. It's yes or no... not excuses about being on the fence about making a simple decision. He texted that he wanted to try again when he felt better. I told him that I wished him luck in finding another Black Dominant to gain that opportunity with. I don't give second chances for a reason... the outcome is always the same.
Disappointment.
It is every submissives right to protect themselves from harm but is it worth the risk of damaging the trust you've built with your dominant? Or worse yet, seen as "useless" in his eyes which prompts him to seek out another submissive who will comply with what he wants?
I think you know the answer to that.
What's important in this Lifestyle is being able to find a balance. Depending on how attached you are emotionally to your Dominant will make the importance of never saying "no" that much more significant.
I teach my submissives to offer alternatives if they feel uncomfortable indulging in a request or activity. For example, I may want to put my sub in a hood for a sensory deprivation scene but he is claustrophobic; now while I teach my subs to bring things like that to my attention early, some things may not be at the forefront of their mind until a situation brings it front and center.
Instead of saying "Sorry, Sir I can't do that"... I would rather hear "Sir, as much as I want to please you, I don't want to disappoint you with my behavior if you put me in that hood. I am very claustrophobic and while I would do it for your pleasure because that's what you want... I would love to start with a blindfold, if that is okay with you? That way I can work on overcoming that fear... for you, my Master."
Do you see the difference?
Instead of flat out saying "No"... you are showing that you want to comply and willingly offering an alternative in order to please your Dominant and ensure that you perform to his expectations. Disappointing a Dominant is something every submissive who values their connection should avoid at all costs. But, any situation can be negotiable with the proper word choice.
Just make sure you are being upfront and honest about your limitations. There is a difference between blindly submitting out of desperation to please and submitting responsibly to ensure your Dominant stays interested in you and you are allowed to continue to serve to the mutual benefit of all parties involved.
Real Life example #1: A local service applicant was supposed to meet me today (9/16) for his second (chance) interview after he blew his first one the previous week. After spending a week working hard to get me to consider giving him another chance to prove himself... he texts me to say that he "thinks" he got food poisoning from KFC last night.
In my experience, the food poisoning excuse has been used many times before by subs who didn't have the balls to just say they were too nervous to go through with meeting. He claims that he doesn't want to complain about soreness and being exhausted so I asked a critical question... what is more important? At least TRYING to comply or fearing that you would disappoint me somehow thereby choosing the option to cancel? He couldn't give me a straight answer, just kept talking about fearing he would complain and that he still had "bubble guts". So I made the decision for him at that point. I told him to stay home and that I would make other plans... he texted that he was "sorry". I texted back that sorry wasn't necessary. His non-compliance only helped another sub hopeful gain an opportunity to prove himself.
He texted back that he never said he would not follow through with coming over for the interview. I texted that it didn't matter. Not giving me a straight answer was proof enough. It's yes or no... not excuses about being on the fence about making a simple decision. He texted that he wanted to try again when he felt better. I told him that I wished him luck in finding another Black Dominant to gain that opportunity with. I don't give second chances for a reason... the outcome is always the same.
Disappointment.
Friday, September 14, 2012
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