What’s In It For Me

Dom Space

By Mistress Norische

In My experience there are two different levels of Dom Space. The first level I refer to as Primary. The second level of Dom Space I refer to as Secondary.

Primary Dom space is an almost euphoric feeling; I would best describe it as an ego overload. This occurs when your slave/sub does something that makes you especially proud. It may occur at social functions, when perfection of behavior is observed by the Dominant or when someone compliments the Dominant on the behavior of the slave/sub. It may occur at home, when a meal is particularly fabulous and the house is incredibly perfect. It may occur during a scene, when a slave/sub takes more than he/she ever has, or tries something new, or reacts so well to the touch of the Dominants hand. These are just examples mind you, Primary Dom space can be experienced through a wide variety of activities and for each individual it is different.

To describe the physical effects of Primary Dom space is quite easy. A warm flushed feeling, almost as if you are blushing but there is no outward signs of redness. An odd sensation in your chest as if your chest is three times as big and thrust out for everyone to see. A sharp squareness to your shoulders, that reflects the ability to take on the world at that very moment. You will find the wondrous adornment of a smile; however small, that radiates from the very depths of one’s soul and can be seen by all, even the blind.

It is at the very moment of Primary Dom space that a Dominant truly understands why they are who they are, and how much the slave/sub means to them. There are many types of medication and illicit drugs that can create the euphoric feelings as described above, but to this day no medical doctor of back room chemist has managed to find a formula that will extend this wondrous feeling to the length that Primary Dom space is capable of doing.

One warning should be given at this time... Primary Dom space is very addictive in nature. Please read the warning label supplied with your slave/sub prior to attempting this action. Do not attempt to activate Primary Dom space while operating heavy machinery; do not drive a motor vehicle while maintaining Primary Dom space. If you are pregnant or there is a possibility of pregnancy please be warned that the euphoric feeling may be passed on to your unborn child.

Secondary Dom Space is a physical reaction to external stimulants as well; however, it is more chemically associated than Primary Dom space. Secondary Dom space is normally active when the Dominant and slave/sub are scening together, specifically during physical exertion, this does include to some degree sexual activity. As with subspace, Dom space varies with each individual, therefore there are a wide variety of physical and emotional symptoms to this unique phenomenon.

During a scene that is particularly physical the human body becomes a virtual chemical factory, the brain regularly produces more than 50 identified active chemicals, at a rate of more than 100,000 chemical reactions every second; during a highly physical or stimulating experience the brain produces a higher level of some chemicals.

During a period of highly physical activity the body will first secrete higher levels of adrenaline, a hormone that is naturally present within the body at moderated levels. This hormone is produced by the adrenal glands located directly above the kidneys. Once the hormone is release through out the body in elevated levels several things will occur; primarily adrenaline constricts the minor blood vessels within the body and expands the larger blood vessels. This action will increase the blood flow to the skeletal muscles and the liver; it will also make an individual hypersensitive... specifically the senses will be much more sensitive, and aware of change even to the most minute degree.

After the body is a functionally super charge machine and hypersensitive the next chemical released is Serotonin. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter involved in the transmission of nerve impulses within the brain. When the brain produces Serotonin tension is eased and an almost calming effect becomes present. Serotonin is also a powerful vasco-constrictor, specifically it has a strong effect on temporarily narrowing the veins; it is this action that creates the light headedness, or dizziness a Dominant may feel during a scene.

Now that the body is a hypersensitive, super charge machine on Prozac, we move on to the next chemical reaction... the release of endorphins. Endorphins are hormones the body naturally produces to relieve pain, they have a similar chemical structure to morphine. Endorphins are also the chemical that is released by the body at the point of orgasm; hence it may cause some interesting physical reactions such as flushed skin, dilated pupils, the lips of the mouth may darken, the nipple may become erect, the clitoris or penis may become engorged with blood and become enlarged or erect. Endorphins also help control the emotions during a highly emotionally stressful or physically strenuous time, hence an almost floating feeling or the after glow effect.

Now that the body is a hypersensitive, super charged machine, on Prozac and Viagra; we can move on to the next chemical reaction. At this point the body will naturally begin to produce higher levels of Dopamine, a chemical messenger whose effects are similar to that of amphetamines and cocaine. Hence an elevated heart rate, raised blood pressure, and a dramatic increase in energy level. Dopamine affects the brains process that controls movement, emotional response and the ability to experience pleasure or pain. Simply put at this point you are pretty sure that you should probably be sitting down instead of trying to walk, but you have too much energy to just sit there.

Now we have the body hypersensitive, a super charged machine crossed with the energizer bunny that is ten foot tall and bullet proof on Prozac and Viagra. Now comes the final piece to the puzzle. With the increased levels of Dopamine in the system there also comes a marked increase in Ozytocin, the cuddling hormone; the secretion of this hormone creates a bond between the Dominant and submissive, it creates a euphoria almost dreamlike state. During an orgasm an individual will produce up to 500% higher level of Ozytocin, The level of Ozytocin is based on the emotional attachment between the individuals involved.

So there we have it, the explanation and medical facts about Secondary Dom space.

The Dominant may experience a drastic increase in energy.
The Dominant may become hypersensitive, allowing the Dominant to make that perfect connection with the slave/sub. Able to see every flinch, to feel each muscle as it contracts, to hear each moan or sigh.
The Dominant may notice a slight lightheadedness or dizziness.
The Dominant may feel flushed, or hot.
The Dominant may feel some degree of sexual excitement.
The Dominant’s heart rate and blood pressure may be elevated and the energy level has taken another drastic increase. The increase heart rate and/or blood pressure may cause a sense of disorientation almost disassociation from reality.
The Dominant may grow closer and deeper intone with the slave/submissive, holding him/her for a time and sharing the euphoric feeling radiating from the both of them.

I love the feeling of Dom space; I have never known anything that will match this completely unique and addictive experience. Although many people have written about subspace very few have focused on the adventure called Dom space.

As with everything this is my opinion, take what you wish and leave the rest. If you wish to contact me my email address is Norisch1@mchsi.com, also if you wish to review other articles that I have written you may find them at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Norisches_Quill/?yguid=99788111.