Quote Originally Posted by Naomisagoodgirl View Post
My dad made a comment today about "those sick s&m people." It's the first time he's ever said anything disparaging about BDSM, and honestly, while I assumed he didn't want to know the details of my sex life, I always assumed he respected people's rights to different lifestyles. He's generally very open and understanding. I almost defended "those sick s&m" people, but then I didn't. I don't want to give away the details of my relationship, because I know he doesn't want to hear it. At the same time, I don't want to let the comment slide, because he's a psychologist, and his opinion on this will have an effect on his clients.

Has anyone had a similar experience? Any advice on what I should say or do?

Thanks!
anyways, as i was saying before the electricity so rudely interupted *smile*...

i have been in conversation with people who have said similar things to me or around me, although in ignorance of my state as a slave. i believe i simply innocently asked questions.. like "oh? why are they sick?". it seemed like another person not automatically being in agreement took them back and made them think...and mostly they havent had an answer. well, beyond "well... you know...".. to which i replied.."ohh?" expectantly. it seems like they always shut up, though that wasnt really my intention. i was rather hoping they'd answer... both out of curiosity to know their reasoning and also to get to the root of it and maybe help them understand. i dont usually directly out myself to people without reason as im not into being persecuted but instead i just discuss it as a knowledgeable person who supports other people's rights to enjoy what they like with other consenting adults who want the same thing. which is perfectly true- i do feel that way and not just about stuff im into. my own lifestyle choices are none of their concern unless i choose to share it with them (unless Owner's around so i can rely on His wishes instead of my own judgement).

in general i dont worry about what other people think of my chossen life. first, it was my life to give in service to my Owner and i made that choice freely with no pressure. second, my enslavement to my Owner has been so healthy for me that i cant imagine anyone who truely understood and wished me well could disaprove in fairness. if they disaprove it seems to me to be a direct result of misunderstanding/lack of knowledge/ and/or prejudice... and their prejudices and lack of understanding arent my problem *shrugsmile*. if they ask to be instructed i'll do my best to help but otherwise... well it's just not anything to worry about that i can see.

though it would be harder to take from someone i loved and looked up to and i feel for you on that ....