Sure thing. As you’re aware, my interactions start through text when scheduling an appointment, so I’m meeting someone new, often going in blind and in a pretty vulnerable position. I’m quite literally putting all of myself out there for the world to see, within a neat package that still leaves me very human and exposed. There are a lot of factors that influence comfort and connection: mutual respect, communication, hygiene, energy, chemistry, personality, emotional awareness, and even things like anxiety or social comfort.
Believe it or not, about four out of five messages providers receive are from people who just want to chat, get off, or waste our time, forgetting there’s a real human being on the other end with emotions, feelings, and limits. Some of us are better equipped than others to handle that constant noise, so crafting a broad message that’s both clear and boundaried helps me filter, save time, and protect my mental well-being from people who approach selfishly or without respect. It’s very real.
When I say “within the boundaries of what I’m comfortable with,” I mean exactly that. I read the energy in the room and move at a pace that feels safe and natural for both people. Every experience is different, and my main goal is to create a space where both people feel respected, at ease, and able to just be themselves.
As a provider, I’m also giving something of myself in every session. I gain something from each experience too, whether it’s connection, insight, or shared energy. To continue showing up authentically, I have to be true and honest with myself so I can give without ever feeling like I’m compromising my integrity, morals, or self-respect.
It’s never about expectation; it’s about genuine connection and comfort for both of us.
…That’s was a lot. Hope this helps clarify. 😊