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RE: no safe-out - 6/29/2007 3:44:35 AM   
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What does it say about him if he is just using this as a test? What can he gather from you if you don't agree to giving yourself to him with no ability to end the scene?

Opinion: It seems like a jackass move to say "Well you don't trust me. Thanks a ton. Bitch." All because you would like a safeword in your extreme play. (Extreme = 'pretty out there' limits)  I'll give him the benefit of the doubt, let's say it isn't a mind fuck and he wants to bring your trust to a new level.  Do you trust him?

I like safewords and tanlines.  Tanlines are sexy because I get to lick what the sun doesn't.  It's empowering, having the sun be jealous of me.  Safewords are sexy because they don't get used.  What good is an act of devotion if you have no ability to stop it?  Having the power to say stop, but not using it, speaks much more deeply for your devotion. Think of it like this. 

A safeword is a parachute. 
A scene is jumping out of a plane. 
Your willingness to smash into the ground is your devotion.

You jump from the plane.  How devoted are you to the cause if you don't use your parachute and knowingly plummet into the ground?  How devoted are you if you plummet into the ground, incapable of stopping if you wanted to?  Perhaps explaining your thoughts this way will inspire him to want you to have a safeword (which is good for both of you, since you seem uneasy about giving it up.)

Thank you HeavansKeeper...very well said, and I will use this analogy when MP and I talk about this again, and we will..


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RE: no safe-out - 6/29/2007 4:06:49 AM   
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If by 'no safe out' you mean playing without a safe word then id say GO FOR IT!! 

i begged Master to remove my ability to use a safe word ages ago because,

a) i trust Him implicitly
b) i never used it once 
c) He loves playing through the begging, tears and even tantrums on occasion
d) He knows me inside out and how i react to things at different stages and at different times of the month
e) W/we like playing on the edge and He can also push that little bit more each time
f) He knows when to stop!

If as you say Your Dom knows you that well, is it a matter of whether you trust Him enough to have no safe word.?

Enjoy it lol

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RE: no safe-out - 6/29/2007 4:32:07 AM   
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greeting

muy trust level is none extisnt and i do not trust to be tie or held down, when i was about 19 i was dating this realy wonderful guy he was great. but one day or night i should say we began to have sex and out of the blue he hit me on my bottom so hard i just shook, now he was about 6'4 and about 250 and he did not stop . he scare me so bad i ask him never to do that again , now that made me change my thought as i grown older i am not one to be hit, if you trust this man but then i think you do not trust what he may do ? do not do this for him make sure your doing it for you and him what does he have in mind for you ? do you even know everyone has great thought on waht is going on in your mind. this is your body he may be your master but it still your body remember this please, and you nust have a hell of alot of trust to do this thing with him

good luck dear and i hope all is well
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RE: no safe-out - 6/29/2007 4:57:23 AM   
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Just trust him and go with the flow.  If he hasn't hurt you by now, then chances are he has no intention of hurting you at any point.  The best that could happen is that you discover something new that you love and the worst is that you discover something new that you don't want to do again.

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RE: no safe-out - 6/29/2007 5:41:42 AM   
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Fast reply to no one in particular....
 
Ok, I just have to add this on a serious note since no one else has....
 
A safe-word is just a communication device.  "Red" (or "rumplestilsken" or whatever else you choose) simply conveys some information that a Top/Dominant may, or may not, act upon as they assess the situation.  But people don't need a mystical safe-word in order to have one.  In order to remove safe-words, one would have to remove all communication. 
 
Can that be done?  Sure.  But that's not often the context in which "no safe-word" is discussed.  I often point out that "stop you moron or I'll call the police right after I tear your testicles off" is a clear and effective safe-word, and doesn't include "red" (or "rumplestilsken") at all.
 
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P.S. - I'm still reminded of a friend who swears that "projectile diarrhea" is the most effective safeword, even for devoted advocates of the "no safe-word" crowd.

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RE: no safe-out - 6/29/2007 6:49:36 AM   
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Being an avowed cynic my first thought is that you have a hard limit he wants to break so he's setting this up. Now I don't know him, or you, so I may be totally off the wall here. I hope I am.

But the fact that you are concerned about this and didn't feel comfortable turning to him and saying "Huh? What's this about?" says to me that the relationship is not yet ready for you to jettison your safeword. Especially since you don't safeword normally.

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RE: no safe-out - 6/29/2007 6:50:18 AM   
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quote:

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Fast reply to no one in particular....
 
Ok, I just have to add this on a serious note since no one else has....
 
A safe-word is just a communication device.  "Red" (or "rumplestilsken" or whatever else you choose) simply conveys some information that a Top/Dominant may, or may not, act upon as they assess the situation.  But people don't need a mystical safe-word in order to have one.  In order to remove safe-words, one would have to remove all communication. 
 
Can that be done?  Sure.  But that's not often the context in which "no safe-word" is discussed.  I often point out that "stop you moron or I'll call the police right after I tear your testicles off" is a clear and effective safe-word, and doesn't include "red" (or "rumplestilsken") at all.
 
John
 
P.S. - I'm still reminded of a friend who swears that "projectile diarrhea" is the most effective safeword, even for devoted advocates of the "no safe-word" crowd.
Good point-- it is essentially removing the ability to communicate...going back to the analogy by Heavenskeeper--MP assured me that I would simply be trusting him with my ripcord...

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RE: no safe-out - 6/29/2007 7:03:24 AM   
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I would never play without a safe word.  If he already knows your limits are few, why would he need this extra measure of faith.  You are having your doubts as to whether to agree or not, so I would go with my gut instinct.  Safe words are important...they are called safe words for a reason...don't give yours up.  Just an opinion...good luck..~desiresluv~

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RE: no safe-out - 6/29/2007 12:28:32 PM   
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ORIGINAL: Celeste43

Being an avowed cynic my first thought is that you have a hard limit he wants to break so he's setting this up. Now I don't know him, or you, so I may be totally off the wall here. I hope I am.

But the fact that you are concerned about this and didn't feel comfortable turning to him and saying "Huh? What's this about?" says to me that the relationship is not yet ready for you to jettison your safeword. Especially since you don't safeword normally.
you are right Celeste...we are too new to go there (no safe out)...I am ambivalent about this only because I go into every encounter with no intention of safing out, and I think to myself, what could he possibly have in mind that he asked for this...we have had THAT discussion before, when he asks if I want to try or do something, it is because he does want to...

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RE: no safe-out - 7/1/2007 7:54:03 AM   
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Greetings,

You can debate all you want about safe words or the lack there of. As it has been stated a safe word is nothing but a tool. Personally I find that once someone has entered subspace they are useless. It's like debating reactor theory with a drunk. I've also played with several bottoms who were not capable of safe wording. Oh, they can tell you the word if you ask "what's your safe word;" but they could not use it.

Bottom line, a safe word is about control. As long as the bottom knows they can "pull the rip cord" and bail out of the scene, they have control. For new players this control can help them feel more comfortable about exploring the scene. For a more experienced player they might view a safe word as inverting the power/control dynamic. Ever watch someone who's into bondage being tied up? They'll give a tug or two just to ensure they can't get out and then you see them mentally and physically relax and enjoy the scene. For some the lack of a safe word if the mental equivalent of inescapable bondage and the surrender which allows them to enjoy the scene.

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RE: no safe-out - 7/1/2007 8:09:50 AM   
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Nice answer Melissa ...

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RE: no safe-out - 7/1/2007 4:49:11 PM   
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I did share this analogy with him,his response was "If we are going to push, test, or intentionally go past your limits (notice I said we, not I  ) then we need to determine what the context and the "ground rules" are ahead of time. You definitely need to feel comfortable that, when all is said and done, you will not be injured, arrested or plummeting toward the earth without a parachute. To use your analogy, I'm asking you to trust me enough to give me control of the ripcord - we may pull the parachute a little (or a lot) closer to the ground than you are normally used to, but we are going to land safely.
...it is no wonder I am totally smitten


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RE: no safe-out - 7/1/2007 10:33:27 PM   
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"...is he just doing a good 'mind phuck' trying to make me afraid??Is he trying to blow my limits completely away??? any thoughts on this??"


Hello Elusive1. Is he mindfucking you? you know you are being mindfucked. Do you enjoy being mindfucked? Do you enjoy being affraid? Is the "idea" of having "your" limits in the hands of another, something you look forward to? Is this what you want? If so, go ahead have some edgy fun!

In my opinion, it is impossible to know what your dom is up to. I think that's the point, he want's you to experience something you have no control over. I do not think you seem ready for this, at "this" time.

You would not have posted questions about your dom's "motivations", if you really wanted to have this type of edge play. You should be asking yourself questions, about what "risks you are "really" willing to take, at "this stage" of "your" evolution. RL.



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RE: no safe-out - 7/2/2007 1:37:25 AM   
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I would NEVER play without a safeword... with my previous experiences... well, it just simply wouldn't happen...

I don't see a reason for it... and without knowing your relationship, I would have to say that it seems creepy to me as well...

If you don't use your safeword, then whats the difference...

All I can think of is like... playing with a Dom and having him ask to remove my safeword... me agreeing and then being unable to release myself from the scene while he completly disrespects all my hard limits... and maybe even takes my life...

I guess I have some pretty terrible experiences with some pretty twisted men...

better safe than sorry...

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RE: no safe-out - 7/2/2007 4:14:20 AM   
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All I can think of is like... playing with a Dom and having him ask to remove my safeword... me agreeing and then being unable to release myself from the scene while he completly disrespects all my hard limits... and maybe even takes my life...

I guess I have some pretty terrible experiences with some pretty twisted men...

better safe than sorry...



The other side of the safeword coin is to (erroneously) imbue it with magical qualities that don't exist.  If someone intends to disregard your limits, a safeword is not going to prevent them from doing so.  It doesn't stand guard over you like some sentinel, as a guarantor of your safety by compelling a Top to abide by your wishes.
 
Again, it is merely a communication tool.  The real issue, as always, is whom it is you're communicating with.  Real people make experiences "good" and "safe" (yeah, exceptionally relative terms), not safewords.
 
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RE: no safe-out - 7/2/2007 4:21:37 AM   
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Greetings,

You can debate all you want about safe words or the lack there of. As it has been stated a safe word is nothing but a tool. Personally I find that once someone has entered subspace they are useless. It's like debating reactor theory with a drunk. I've also played with several bottoms who were not capable of safe wording. Oh, they can tell you the word if you ask "what's your safe word;" but they could not use it.

Bottom line, a safe word is about control. As long as the bottom knows they can "pull the rip cord" and bail out of the scene, they have control. For new players this control can help them feel more comfortable about exploring the scene. For a more experienced player they might view a safe word as inverting the power/control dynamic. Ever watch someone who's into bondage being tied up? They'll give a tug or two just to ensure they can't get out and then you see them mentally and physically relax and enjoy the scene. For some the lack of a safe word if the mental equivalent of inescapable bondage and the surrender which allows them to enjoy the scene.

So perfectly stated.

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RE: no safe-out - 7/2/2007 4:32:53 AM   
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I don't scene with a safeword . But if you do , you need to talk and ask questions before saying yes. If the trust has been built there shouldn't even be a question in your mind to not say yes.

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RE: no safe-out - 7/2/2007 4:38:11 AM   
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No idea. I don't think anyone here could do better than offer you some possibilties,


Just as a general observation, being offered possibilities is sometimes all someone needs.

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RE: no safe-out - 7/2/2007 6:09:52 AM   
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Depends on the person I suppose. Seems pretty creepy to me tho.


Why is it creepy because you would never do it?  Seems a bit judgmental to me.


She didn't say it was creepy.  she said it was creepy to her. (only her opinion) You seem judge mental because she's creeped out by something you are not.

Now...I agree with those who said ask HIM.  If you trust in him to give you the truth then that's all that matters.  If you don't trust him to give you the reason behind the request, then there are deeper problems.


You can interpret it your way and I will mine. I am not being judgemental seems you are in your remarks. I am free to express my view as much yours. Did I say it wasn't creepy to me? No, don't believe I did. See what happens when you assume? Funny how interpretation can change the whole tone. I have an opinion and will express it, just as much as anyone else will.

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RE: no safe-out - 7/2/2007 9:42:59 AM   
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1. You can still trust and love your Dom an have a safeword. Giving up a safeword doesn't mean you love/trust him more and shouldn't be a measure of such. I hope that it not his thinking/goal.

2. A safeword is not something that should be used often anyway. The idea that in the no-safe scene "he would be the one stopping play" -- Unm, he should ALWAYS be the one stopping play. If you are the one always stopping play and "safe-wording" it is NOT YOUR FAULT -- it is his fault for not controlling the scene, responding to you, knowing your limits/etc.

A "Safe-word" is not a choice. Not a "preference." Not a "i'd rather not do this" -- It means -- "I will/feel I will Die if things continue."  It is extreme and a last resort. The parachute example was kind-of good in that respect.
If you safe-word a lot, you need to have more discussion with him about your physical/emotional needs/desires and his and consider the possability that whille you may love him, his needs may be more extreme than yours and ya'll might not be compatible on an activities level.
That is okay.
Neiher of you are good or bad, but you should not be [or being made to] safe-word on a routine basis. That shows a lack of care, concern, and communication before-hand, NOT a measure of your devotion or love.


3. What does he want to do to/with you that he is so scared you will safeword/ say no to that he needs to get the guarantee beforehand???
*That* is what I would be asking.

If it wasn't bad, he wouldn't need that guarantee, right? IF it was something you would normally like or enjoy giving/serving him with, why does he need to take away your ability to stop under extreme circumstances??
How does HE know he is able to read your need enough???  [as a Dom, I am glad my subs have safe word, I would not want to hurt them and I may be so into something as to miss a sign...] ................ or is he even concerned with your needs in the first place with what he has in mind [ie: is that the point of no-safe word] ?

It's kinda like asking someone for a favor and making them commit before you tell them what it is............................ you pretty much only do that when you think they would say no if they knew what it was first!

That to me is what makes this creapy and suspect.
If you have so few limits anyway, what is so great that can not be discussed? What is so great that he is scared to do it on you if he thinks you might say no???

Talking about it will take out the creap factor, possibly dispeal some of your fears and help you learn to trust him.
If he is trying to build trust, he should have no problem taking steps with you to help you trust him.


4. If you do decide to do this, consider other ways to take small steps and work up. If you are fearful, it will not be a good situation for either of you in your relationship.
This is about building trust, not taking it away.

Try limiting play to shorter amounts of time, whatever you are comfortable with. --- Like "no limits play".... for 15 minutes, or 20 minutes. 

You can eventually work up to whatever length of time you normally play as things grow. Nothing happens over night, it doens't have to be all or nothing.
If you don't like it, at least you know "it will only last 10 more minutes" or whatever and then you will have a change to discuss/give feedback, etc., take a break, or just enjoy it without being scared of what is comming next.
This will also reduce the possibility of being in a truly bad situation were you feel helpless or abused.

This will make him more successful as well and creates opportunity for feedback which will make both of you more comfortable.
And you less fearful and learn and probably love and look foreward to this type of play!


Another suggestion would be to take other small steps like okay, no limit play but only in a certain room, or only with certain toys/things, or he can pick 3 objects/toys but that is it and if you agree to "no-limits" at least you know a little more of what you are agreeing to.
It's all about steps to build.
This might not be the play he wants, it might not be the play he invisioned, but to get to that type of play, you have to buld steps of trust.

It is unlikely one would jump off a 50 foot diving board, even if they know how to swim.
But, the might jump off a 10 foot diving board and work their way up.

I would isolate the things you are really scared of [time? toys? pain amount? activities?] and try to scale things down into steps to help work yourself up to things later.
I think any good Dom would appreciate the effort and be more than willing to help proove his willingness to help you grow and trustworthiness.

It is normal to feel scared about no-safe word, even if you really love the person.
Take baby steps by defining time, activities, toys, people, etc, & work up to being the sub he wants you to be as much as you can.

BUT, know yourself enough to know when you have reached your limit. Everyone's kinks may not be compatible as they grow and sometime's one person's interests take on an intensity the other person does not desire.
Some people will never want to do certain things.
You still love him, and its okay.



Last thought: If YOU don't "know" his motivations.......... there isn't ANY reason to give up hte safeword, lol. Kind of the irony in it all that forget "him knowing you" -- what about "you knowing him"?
And if you don't know..... asking, feeling comfortable with discussion, yourself, and open and honest communication is the only situation in which a safe-word should be given up.


Also -- Ahhhh -- What do *YOU* want?
What type of play is attractive to you?
I mean, techically, I could eat brussle sprouts for 7 days and never "safe-word" but why would I want to? It doesn't really do anything for me, nor it is a desire of mine..........
He may have desires that do not match yours.
But the only way to find that out is to thik about what you want, what you are looking for, the ways in which YOU are trying to grow-- so that you can find the right dom for you too. :)





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