What is your idea of what a slave being broken? Have you experienced this on either side?

In my experiences, this is an unexpected emotional release. Sometimes, it has happened during playtime and others afterwards. I was spanking a young woman at a play party and, as I was comforting her afterwards, the tears started streaming. It was an absolute cathartic release for her. It was a surprise to both of us. Other times, it has been in the middle of a corporal session, to the point that I stopped the scene and gave "Aftercare," in the middle of the scene, only to return to play.

I'm sure it is different for everyone. I'd love to hear about different experiences.