Just an observation

[gemmy]

First it seems that most that have done studies feel that it is about 10 submissive to each Dom online. I often say that I think it is higher ratio then that if you exclude the posers and abuser. Wannabees I am not sure about since some of them will become Dom or the others.

Hard to figure out a real ratio because many online subs are just here for cheap thrills and fantasy. So I truly wonder if there was a way to limit it to only real experienced Doms and subs what the ratio would be

too true, i hadn't figured in the wannabe factor, who would of course be more than happy to come on and pronounce themselves 'dom for the day' or 'sub for the day'

I'd guess that there'd be plenty of people calling themselves Doms on any forum- including some that lurk in the shadows & jump on any new girls.

Perhaps as with everyday life, there appears to be few men who have genuine confidence & a sense of honour. <<<<< very very few Tojo

As for the thread, I have a vague recollection of seeing it, but don't think I posted anything.

I guess at the time I figured that people can make up their own minds about me. I'll check it out- thanks for the heads up, mastersgem.

hehe you're quite welcome *smiles*

I do think there are more subs than Doms online, but I also suspect the "introduction" ratio is skewed due to the fact that it's percieved to be easier to introduce one's self as a newbie sub as opposed to a newbie Dom. It's pretty acceptable for a girl (or guy) to hop online and say "hi, I'm a new sub looking for guidance." The Doms pay attention as do the the other subbies (we're kind of a little social support group!). On the other hand, to say "hey, I'm a Dom but I have no real experience" leaves one open to be seen as a poser or not worth the time for the searching subs. Seems much more isolating.

awesome perspective as always Amber!

An interesting observation for sure, Mastersgem.

Well, I think while there probably are more subs than dominants here, generally female submissives, particularly, tend to like to chat and interact with each other more so than dominants.

yes, Alex, we do tend to be a chatty bunch when put together especially *winks*