Domination & submission _ the BDSM relationship handbook ( PDFDrive )

such statements, but this woman was the exception to the rule. I asked her why
she believed she could never be a submissive. She replied, “I could never be a
submissive because I have bad knees.”
In her mind, a submissive was someone who kneels. Bad knees meant no
kneeling, and therefore, she concluded that she could never be a submissive. I
told her that kneeling doesn’t make you a submissive; any more than standing in
my garage makes you a car. Since then, she has enjoyed many happy years as a
submissive in the lifestyle.
Other health issues which could significantly complicate your D/s relationship
include BDSM play-related injuries, mental health issues, and sexually
transmitted diseases. The wisest strategy to employ in each of these cases is to
take preventative precautions, seek immediate medical treatment as appropriate,
and don’t let these setbacks make you bitter. As long as you are able to find
some measure of joy within yourself and in your partner, there’s hope.