I think usually when we’re scared of something it’s because we fear that thing hurting us in some way. Sometimes this is emotional pain, but other times, like with canes, it’s physical pain. And the only way to overcome fear is to do the thing you’re afraid of.

Even realizing this, I didn’t mention my growing interest in canes to Master at first. I wanted to research and gain more information before I did that. So I talked with some friends in the lifestyle. Read several websites I trusted and when I finally approached him, I thought he’d plan a scene for the next weekend.
Never let it be said he doesn't surprise me. When I told him I was curious and wanted to change my limit, he didn’t jump at the chance to use one. In fact, he didn’t do anything, he simply spoke.
“It’s not enough to be curious, you have to know beyond a doubt that you want to change that limit.”