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| − | A Master is a term used to describe a revered [[d-type]] and is often used a variety of ways. Most often this term is used to refer to the [[dominant]] person in a [[Master/slave]] relationship, usually defined as a [[24/7]] [[TPE]] [[relationship]] that | + | A Master is a term used to describe a revered [[d-type]] and is often used a variety of ways. Most often this term is used to refer to the [[dominant]] person in a [[Master/slave]] relationship, usually defined as a [[24/7]] [[TPE]] [[relationship]] that is greatly respected within the local [[BDSM]] community. |
| − | + | Synonyms may include: [[Owner]], Mistress, Dominatrix, [[Dominant]] or others depending on how the term is being used. The term Master is often used as a masculine, while Mistress is used for the feminine, however this convention is not universal. | |
| − | + | == Variable Parameters == | |
| − | * a gender-independent [[status role]] that is mostly used only in reference to males. There is not otherwise a male equivalent. The female equivalent is Mistress or possibly Dominatrix to indicate a professional female Master. | + | The term Master may refer to... |
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| + | * a gender-independent [[status role]] that is mostly used only in reference to males. There is not otherwise a male equivalent. The female equivalent is Mistress or possibly Dominatrix to indicate a professional female Master. The term describes someone who believes their role orientation is that of a person who directs others, especially those that identify as [[slaves]]. | ||
* an [[honorific]] used strictly for a [[scene]] or fantasy [[role play]] to indicate one that has control over another or others, especially in a professional [[session]]. | * an [[honorific]] used strictly for a [[scene]] or fantasy [[role play]] to indicate one that has control over another or others, especially in a professional [[session]]. | ||
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* The owner of a [[slave]]; the head of a household in some styles of [[D/s]] and [[M/s]], especially those groups of people identifying as a [[House]]. | * The owner of a [[slave]]; the head of a household in some styles of [[D/s]] and [[M/s]], especially those groups of people identifying as a [[House]]. | ||
| − | * | + | * someone recognized as incredibly skilled and talented; someone who has mastered a specific skill set in regards to [[BDSM]] such as a ''Rope Master''. |
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| + | * one whose teachings or doctrines are accepted by followers; an original manifestation from which copies can be made. | ||
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| + | * The owner or keeper of a [[pet play]] animal: ''The dog ran toward its master''. Also called a [[handler]]. | ||
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| + | * One who has control over or ownership of something: the master of a dungeon. | ||
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| + | * Used as a title for a person who serves as the head or presiding officer of certain societies, clubs, orders, or institutions: The Master of the [[Collaring Ceremony]]. | ||
* someone who may or may not have earned his or her title from a community recognition or a regional Leather contest. | * someone who may or may not have earned his or her title from a community recognition or a regional Leather contest. | ||
| − | * | + | * someone who has titled themselves as a Master without meeting any exterior qualifications. |
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| + | == Values == | ||
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| + | In many cases there are claims that a Master must have "X" trait or quality in order to be able to control or direct another person, but due to the varied nature of what constitutes being a Master between each individual, what those things are, how they might apply, and their degree of importance can vary drastically as there is no [[one true way]] to be a Master. In most cases these lists simply mirror what it means to be an exemplary human being with a strong [[Values System]], the desire and motivation to constantly improve, and the ability to perform the function of a Master with expertise: the ability to control and direct another person. | ||
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| + | Some commonly emphasized values consistent with [[best practices]] concerning a Master may include but are not limited to: (in no particular order) | ||
| + | *Honorable behavior in word and deed. | ||
| + | *Is in touch with their wants and needs; gives clearly stated expectations, orders and instructions. | ||
| + | *A clear understanding of their own personal limitations and failings while consistently seeking to learn more and better themselves. | ||
| + | *The ability to respect and forgive the personal limitations and failings of those that serve them while still helping them push towards and achieve self betterment. | ||
| + | *Possession of sound judgement, logic, reliability and the ability to keep their personal affairs in reasonable order. | ||
| + | *An amazing degree of control of temper and impulse. | ||
| + | *Recognizes both service and Mastery as callings worthy of respect. | ||
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| + | === Master Milestones === | ||
| − | + | Within the context of a live-in [[24/7]] [[TPE]] [[relationship]] it can be hard to assess one's progress as a Master since each [[M/s]] relationship is decidedly different. Consider using the Master Milestones[http://www.msdevelopmentcenter.com/Text_Items/Milestones4Masters_10_01_08_levels.pdf] sheet supplied by the MsDC[http://www.msdevelopmentcenter.com/] to self assess and help provide you with some direction on deciding how best to move forward with your household. | |
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Latest revision as of 23:13, 30 July 2014
A Master is a term used to describe a revered d-type and is often used a variety of ways. Most often this term is used to refer to the dominant person in a Master/slave relationship, usually defined as a 24/7 TPE relationship that is greatly respected within the local BDSM community.
Synonyms may include: Owner, Mistress, Dominatrix, Dominant or others depending on how the term is being used. The term Master is often used as a masculine, while Mistress is used for the feminine, however this convention is not universal.
Variable Parameters
The term Master may refer to...
- a gender-independent status role that is mostly used only in reference to males. There is not otherwise a male equivalent. The female equivalent is Mistress or possibly Dominatrix to indicate a professional female Master. The term describes someone who believes their role orientation is that of a person who directs others, especially those that identify as slaves.
- an honorific used strictly for a scene or fantasy role play to indicate one that has control over another or others, especially in a professional session.
- The owner of a slave; the head of a household in some styles of D/s and M/s, especially those groups of people identifying as a House.
- someone recognized as incredibly skilled and talented; someone who has mastered a specific skill set in regards to BDSM such as a Rope Master.
- one whose teachings or doctrines are accepted by followers; an original manifestation from which copies can be made.
- One who has control over or ownership of something: the master of a dungeon.
- Used as a title for a person who serves as the head or presiding officer of certain societies, clubs, orders, or institutions: The Master of the Collaring Ceremony.
- someone who may or may not have earned his or her title from a community recognition or a regional Leather contest.
- someone who has titled themselves as a Master without meeting any exterior qualifications.
Values
In many cases there are claims that a Master must have "X" trait or quality in order to be able to control or direct another person, but due to the varied nature of what constitutes being a Master between each individual, what those things are, how they might apply, and their degree of importance can vary drastically as there is no one true way to be a Master. In most cases these lists simply mirror what it means to be an exemplary human being with a strong Values System, the desire and motivation to constantly improve, and the ability to perform the function of a Master with expertise: the ability to control and direct another person.
Some commonly emphasized values consistent with best practices concerning a Master may include but are not limited to: (in no particular order)
- Honorable behavior in word and deed.
- Is in touch with their wants and needs; gives clearly stated expectations, orders and instructions.
- A clear understanding of their own personal limitations and failings while consistently seeking to learn more and better themselves.
- The ability to respect and forgive the personal limitations and failings of those that serve them while still helping them push towards and achieve self betterment.
- Possession of sound judgement, logic, reliability and the ability to keep their personal affairs in reasonable order.
- An amazing degree of control of temper and impulse.
- Recognizes both service and Mastery as callings worthy of respect.
Master Milestones
Within the context of a live-in 24/7 TPE relationship it can be hard to assess one's progress as a Master since each M/s relationship is decidedly different. Consider using the Master Milestones[1] sheet supplied by the MsDC[2] to self assess and help provide you with some direction on deciding how best to move forward with your household.