Power makes people uncomfortable, yet it shapes nearly every part of life. 

In government, power decides who sets the rules and who follows them. It isn’t the existence of power that causes problems, but the lack of accountability around it. When leaders stop being questioned, power shifts from serving people to protecting itself, and that’s when trust breaks down.

In personal relationships, power is quieter but just as real. It can show up through money, emotions, or control and ignoring it doesn’t make the issue disappear. Healthy relationships recognize and balance power, while unhealthy ones pretend it isn’t there.

In business, power is unavoidable. Titles, decisions, and access to information all create it. The real issue is how it’s used. Power can build strong teams and clear direction, or it can shut people down and protect egos. 

I think power doesn’t change who someone is. It reveals it.