i dont know that there can be a clear cut answer and i agree with those that state it is a personal interpretation....my perception is my reality, so to speak.

i consider personality to be submissive in that i enjoy pleasing others, take care of others needs before my own, etc but i consider myself Master's slave even though i work full time outside our home and He is not always 'into' Master mode.

To me, and this is only my opinion, being submissive is a personality trait - like being outgoing or shy...being a slave is my choice.

i never really spent a lot of time pondering the definitions of these words. i know what i am and therefore, it doesnt matter to me what label people want to put on me. Either they understand or they dont and either way, im still His slave and that's what is important.

respectfully
orchid