Do people think Dom/sub relationships are unhealthy?

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Darwin_n_chill · Accepted Answer

Some interesting facts for your consideration: sadistic or dominating fantasies are much more common among men, and masochistic or submissive fantasies are much more common for women. These things have actually been measured scientifically. Anywhere from 30 to 65% of women have rape fantasies (although it should be noted that there's evidence that doesn't mean they actually want it to happen to them, just in case anybody out there was interpreting it that way). Basically, the dynamic between man and woman has always been one where the man was dominant over the woman throughout pretty much all of history. Probably, the women who liked this did better and the women who fought back didn't make it. And so, by the principles of evolution, we have women with submissive tendencies and men with dominant tendencies.

sawno · Accepted Answer

No can be great fun but in my opinion its best left to the bedroom. I know that for actual lifestyle subs it can be about feeling secure thanks to their masters guidance though but personally I want to be equals in a relationship and then switch things up in the bedroom. The can you see someone as your dom after you subbed to them is no issue, you create the dynamic in the moment depending on the mood and domming is actually the giving act in a healthy dynamic. Subs feel like they are givers but in reality its the doms job to give a good experience since they are in charge. If the dom is a taker things do often get very unhealthy for the sub.

Love Doctor Brad · Accepted Answer

As a relationship coach, I aim to shed light on understanding dynamics like Dom/sub relationships. They can be as healthy as any vanilla romance, as long as both parties communicate openly, set clear boundaries, and consent enthusiastically. Trust and respect are absolute musts here! If either partner feels uncomfortable or coerced, that's a red flag 🚩. Just make sure you're both on the same saucy, spicy page. 😉

Apple1996 · Answer

Nah but I personally wouldn't want to be in a relationship like that. Switching is more fun so the sub/dom thing would eventually get boring

NathanDavis · Answer

some people do think like that and some others assume worse of it, without really knowing about it... but it is not everyone

the rest, depends on the concepts and the context as well, there's definitely personalities and traits out there for a person to be more on the submissive side, and there's laso personalities and certain traits that would make other people to be more dominant at certain things in life and well... if these two people are a good match, it is going to work for them... even if others do not like it, or if they have different views in this life

also true that ANY kind of relationship with any dynamic can become an unhealthy one, if they don't do it right... but that is also true for any other relationships not just the dom/sub ones

personally, I do have a very assertive personality which sometimes, some people perceive as dominant but again... that's only within certain contexts and circumstances

imtiaz45 · Answer

Perceptions of Dom/sub (D/s) relationships vary widely. While some people may view these dynamics as potentially unhealthy due to misunderstandings about control or power imbalance, many in the BDSM community emphasize that healthy D/s relationships are built on trust, consent, and communication. Clear boundaries, mutual respect, and consistent check-ins are key to making these relationships supportive and emotionally safe. In fact, healthy D/s partnerships often require more open communication than traditional relationships. When approached responsibly and consensually, many find these dynamics enriching and positive. However, personal values and cultural views often influence individual opinions on D/s relationships.

MotherEarth2020 · Answer

I picked "Yes" by mistake I meant to say "No"

Me and Human Earth are in Switch Relationship

This is Human Earth in case you didn't know who he was. GAG Banned him because he spoke his mind and said what he wanted.

https://www.girlsaskguys.com/user/humanearth

__Nikki__ · Answer

I think like any relationship it depends on the people involved, they definitely can be unhealthy, but they can be healthy too. As long as both people are happy, comfortable and safe. I couldn't be in a relationship where I was permanently submissive to my partner, but there are times when I choose to be.

Agape93 · Answer

Hey honey for some reason my tag didn't work, but id love your opinion on this. ♥

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paledreams · Answer

Only the weird kinky folks - I for one like a healthy relationship if one person's the submissive the other person is the dominant - after all most sex positions involve "the female" submitting ✌🏻😔 "by pinfall or submission" hahahaha 🤣😆 now that's just crazy wrestling or weird crap spewed by the likes of "I won't say his name the bald guys" lol 😭😆

ChicoFromThe305 · Answer

I think that all depends on the submissive act, some say a guy giving oral to a woman is a submissive act, some believe it to be dominant cause he's pleasing the woman but I believe that it all depends cause I'm sure even after this act a woman can still see a man dominant if he gets back to to all the bending her over and stuff then i think there's still coming back from that comparing it to a dude getting pegged or whatnot

John_Cobretti · Answer

Your first question: Yes

Your second question: No

No woman who craves a dominant man , which makes up the vast majority of women.. can respect him or see him as a dom worthy of her submission after he goes like 'Babe peg me for a change tonight"

dragoblack · Answer

I think most people have no idea what it actually is and only base it off of movies, tv, and media.
A dom/sub relationship is a healthy contractual relationship of boundaries, consent, communication, safety, intimacy, and limitations.
Everything that an actual romantic relationship should have... but we all know most relationships don't.

Maybe_Maybe_not · Answer

I'm staying away from slaves and masters, to preserve my own health yes, in any area of life, including this one.

WhitneySnow · Answer

Some people think that but I don’t. I’m mostly vanilla but I’ve experimented with D/S a little.

Jennz6 · Answer

I don’t think it’s unhealthy. Someone has to be in charge. Not me though lol I am Submissive

SunnyRS · Answer

As a dom for a few years now, I don't think it is unhealthy.
But you need to set boundaries early in it otherwise it can get difficult. re-state//background_color_rgba (0, 0, 0, 0), font_color_rgb (77, 77, 77), justifyLeft

elizamichale1 · Answer

Not at all... i m a sub n he is a strong dom n we have been sooooo happy

Deepinthought345 · Answer

A dom sub relationship is one of the cleanest and strongest relationship I've known. The expectations are clear. No mess. No drama. One gives. The other takes.

TheStaleMarshmellow · Answer

I envy the amount of actual trust they have if they take it seriously. That's more healthy compared to other dynamics.

DerekC321 · Answer

No way, I think a couple should do what gives them both pleasure/happiness. Whatever works for them.

krin_m · Answer

Of course not. Like any other relationships, it all depends on the people involved and the context. They can be as healthy as vanilla relationships.

Unit1 · Answer

Where's the part, where you're making it about racism and Indiaphobia?

worldscolide · Answer

Not if it's consentual. Though I'd want nothing to do with it

Dreamclouds · Answer

Who cares what people think? You live your own life not others

vj0090 · Answer

Where r u from girl...

kaucky1 · Answer

Not sure what dom/sub means

CaptainSmartass · Answer

They're creepy.  Simples...

Rohaan2020 · Answer

not rlly... it depends on the couple

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

Nope..

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