Power - Using and Abusing

The Nature of Power*

 Hey, how are you doing?

Are you fully recharged for the day? Do you feel the POWER?

But what exactly is power? Do we all have it? And if so, how do we access it?

Some individuals seem to possess natural power—the ability to command attention effortlessly. Others chase power through disruption, using whatever means are at their disposal to shake things up. Then, there are those placed in positions of power—elected, appointed, or inherited—who either thrive on responsibility or abuse the trust given to them.

The Pursuit of Power

History is filled with tragic consequences of power struggles. Wars, oppression, economic collapses—so many disasters can be traced back to the pursuit of power. But let’s focus on today.

Is power money, or is money power?

That’s quite the debate, isn’t it? If we look at recent events, we see this relationship in full effect.

• Money buys power. The wealthy wield influence, shaping economies and determining the fate of workers—people who, through no fault of their own, are cast aside in the name of cost-cutting.

• Power generates money. Those in positions of authority manipulate systems to maintain and expand their wealth, often under the guise of leadership and service.

The rich are becoming more powerful. The powerful are becoming richer. It’s a cycle as old as time. Some of the world’s biggest corporations still carry the names of their founders, reinforcing the idea that wealth sustains influence across generations. But is this absolute power? Not quite.

The Illusion of Absolute Power

True absolute power belongs to a select few—those who believe they are beyond accountability. The mentality?

"I am President, therefore I am Emperor. Nothing can stand in my way. I make the rules. Retribution is my right. History will judge me as one of the most powerful leaders of all time."

We’ve seen this pattern before. The hunger for power, when left unchecked, leads to tyranny.

But here’s the reality: we all have power. The difference is, most of us understand restraint. Those who don’t—well, they often end up in prison or worse.

Power and Responsibility

Your challenge today is to respect the power you have. Don’t abuse it. Understand that power comes with responsibility, and how you wield it impacts not just your life, but the lives of others. Whether it’s in the choices you make—how you drive, how you treat others, even how you consume food and alcohol—your decisions have consequences.

And one more thing: don’t glorify the misuse of power. The world doesn’t need more individuals who exploit authority for personal gain. Instead, let’s celebrate the power of integrity, resilience, and collective action.

History has shown that power can be used for good—Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Chico Mendes. These individuals led movements not through violence, but through the power of their ideas and the strength of unity.

We, too, have power—as individuals and as groups—to shape the future. The question is: how will you use yours?

This subject was suggested to me by one of my followers. Many thanks and Cheers.

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