Unbalanced Relationships

Relationships require both people to participate equally. This includes that both should have the same amount of power so that one is not belittled by the other. Being in an unbalanced power relationship can lead to unhappiness, discomfort, low self esteem, and can even result in violence. Being in this type of relationship is neither healthy nor fun. If you feel that someone is controlling you than it is a sign that they have power over you. On the other hand, when you have power over someone, it may make you feel good at first, but you will never make that person truly happy. Having power can be great but it can also be destructive. In many instances, people take their authority over board and abuse their power. An example of this would be at the work place. It is an employee’s duty to do their job but it is also a boss’s duty to not belittle their workers. In many cases, employees will be scared of their boss and will never stand up for themselves because they need the job. A boss should know their power limits and have boundaries so that the work place will not become an uncomfortable environment with unbalanced power relationships.