Thread: Power, Influence, Control, Manipulation
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Old 08-15-2009, 12:08 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Power, Influence, Control, Manipulation
OK, Lets discuss the differences between these 4 words I mentioned above.

I think all relationships depend on a healthy balance of trust and power. So power itself isn't evil at all, and I think every person strives to influence others (unless you're a recluse)

I've got a power quote "When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace" - I think Jimi Hendrix said that.

Is manipulation wrong? I think consciously, I don't want to control or manipulate others, but I want to connect and want to influence others.. and I guess control and manipulation have the same intention, having the power to influence others.

OK, what are your thoughts?
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