Why Do We Submit??

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1. Why do you submit? What is the drive? What is the reward?
I submit because it is in my nature to do so. I enjoy helping and serving others, and making them feel better. To me, a smile on a lovers face is far more important than one on my own, though I do enjoy the parts where I smile. It also benifits me Sexually as i can not feel a vast amount of pleasure if I don't feel I've "earned it"
2. How did you ever start down this path? Any bumps along the way?
I've always been on this path, as long as i can remember. I used to tie myself up as a kid, and would kiss peoples feet if they asked. I'm the kindof person who would always do anything for someone, if they asked nicely
3. If your submissive side of your personality is different than your "everyday" self, how do you reconcile the two? How do you switch back and forth? What is your trigger for getting into "sub mode?"
I'm definately submissive 99% of the time. If i'm ever feeling not into ot, it takes very little to put me in my place...
4. Anything you dislike about it? Anything you would rather change?
I wish i could be more public about it, and wish my chosen partner was closer to me, physically, than he is. i also wish that i could stand my own ground better, as i tend to back away from any sort of argument with a dismissive shrug.
5. Does any of the above change based on whether or not you have a current partner?
Not really, though i am more affectionate and sweet when i do.

[Tojo]

Amazing post your sheepishness, simply amazing.

An excellent thread- it's real nice to hear how you guys feel.

Tojo