Black or Brown?

[Adelina]

Okay, let's try a little guided imagery exercise. You're with an imaginary spanking partner, and the implement involved is a belt. Spankee or spanker, whichever you are, imagine yourself in position to engage in some belt action.... Now, stop and "look" at the belt. What color is it?

I am one who is very sensitive to minute details, and I actually might see a different color, depending on what type of fantasy is swirling in my head.

If the scene is fun, sexy, maybe even nurturing mental ageplay, the belt is brown. If the scene is something more sinister, like rough sex or a victim role, it's black. I also notice that the brown one is soft and well-worn, while the black one is stiff and shiny, almost brand new. I'm sure the symbolism is classic, and anyone who has taken psych 101 can decipher it. But I was surprised to realize I make such a distinction, and wondered if anyone else does too?

P.S. If your belt is some other color, like hot pink or something, you might think about consulting a personal stylist....