One important thing to realize is that being submissive is in no way a devaluing of you as a person.

That alone removes a lot of the confusion and inner conflict. There are many roles we play in life. Very few are the alpha dog, so to speak, in the work place. We submit to the executives who in turn submit to the president or owner or CEO. And we can leave if we're not happy or find a more comfortable place.

Your submission doesn't change who you are in any of the places or roles in your life, except where you desire it to do so.