1. I do not equate intelligence with dominance. I have seen some pretty dumb dominates in my 12 years in this lifestyle. Ahhheeeemmmmm, maybe not dumb, just not ........ok, never mind. I am going to stick my foot in my mouth, and frankly, while I like the smell of leather, I don't particularly like the taste.*L*
On the other side of that, I have known submissives who have a great deal of intelligence, and have learned a thing or two from some of them.

2. I do not expect anyone to call me by anything other than my name. I do not expect one to bow their head,or their knee to me just because I am a dominant. If you do not belong to me, I do not pretend to have the right to demand or expect a thing from you.

3. I find a submissive with a strong will and a mind of his/her own quite a turn on, and a challenge.