I have a hard time using the word submission when discussing relationship dynamics; it reminds me of controlling religious beliefs —which many welcome and embrace—and I respect. I was taught and raised to submit as a wife when I was a teenager….

However I don’t see that I do—simply because of semantics…I can’t stand the word for our role as husbands and wives.

I can get behind your point that both submit—if I had to find one way of using the word.

Frankly I wouldn’t want him to submit to me and I don’t see myself as submitting. We are soul mates—how does submittal fit in a friendship??….

It’s probably just perspective—and how people define.

For moi—I’ll just avoid the word. 😉

You took me on a huge reflection: thanks Jessey. I have now a long conversation I want to have with my sons about this —this holiday! So thank you! It’s important we discuss and share! 💗