I actually have a "Just Chill" team for those who just want to chill or hangout. All my tasks are on a volunteer basis although I do tend to attract and be more attracted companions who like to get tasks done.Amarantha wrote: ↑Mon May 02, 2022 2:33 pmThat is similar to how I did use the command word yesterday but only after speaking to all as a group before beginning so I already knew they were all gathered around. I also let them know in advance that if anyone does not want to partipate for some reason that it is okay as well. They knew I was uncomfortable with that particular word and were very comforting and reassuring.Neter wrote: ↑Mon May 02, 2022 12:02 pm I use the command and instruct together.
Command, for me, is more like the request to pay attention. Like a teacher at the head of the class, general at the head of the army, or the CEO at the head of the boardroom.
Instruct is self-explanatory.
I also use absorb, adapt, and exert all together to boost my personal energies, power, and connection.
It says somewhere along the lines in this forum I believe by magnolia that you cannot force your companions to do something and I do not want to force or command them at anything.
I see them as my friends, my family, not my slaves. I want them to do things because THEY want to not because they are forced to. Idk.. Maybe I'm to soft as a keeper.. Either way though I'm going to do what feels right to me.. I feel respect goes both ways and every individual has their own boundries. When it comes to something like me absorbing their power and energy for whatever the particular reason is I feel that they should have a choice and not be commanded. I believe all will willingly come join in on their own by simply asking them to with the "instruct" code word.
My personal companion family is more like..um...soldiers in the military for lack of a better example. Some like to be on the base all of the time. Some like to complete their "mission" and go home and spend time with their families until called upon again. Others like to blow off steam after a mission of "base" until the next one. Some rather be just left alone to do what they do. Others get together for the occasional bbq. I have a cornucopia of personalities and tastes and all are beloved.