Power

The only time when other people can have power over you, is when there's something you want from them, whether it's materialistic or psychological.

This is the latest thought that entered my mind, as I continued to observe how my internal state responds to external events.

Why else would so many guys get nervous and insecure around beautiful women? Why else would those successful people participate in "the apprentice" and become wussies in front of Donald Trump?

Is there an exception to the rule? I couldn't think of any at least for now.

The media often describe the president of the US as the most powerful man in the world. Is he really?

When Alexander the Great came before Diogenes (who was sunbathing), thrilled to meet the philosopher, asked if there was any favour he might do for him. To which Diogenes replied "Yes, could you move out of the way, you're blocking my sun."

Who was more powerful?