1) The submissive's safety is first and foremost.
2) Communicate.
3) Trust and be trustworthy.
4) Punishment should never be administered in anger.
5) Admit that you are a human being who makes mistakes.
6) Always encourage your submissive to be the best she can be.
7) Never assume or think that you know all you need to know about being a good dominant.
8) Create well negotiated, firm boundaries.
9) Always ensure that your submissive knows she is valued.
10) Do not abandon a submissive when you wish to end a relationship.
