The Psychology of Power and Submission: Why We Follow Rules and Authority

Why do people tend to follow rules, submit to authority figures, and obey requests, even if it goes against their values? What drives the human desire for power, and why does an excess of power often corrupt?

This thought-provoking psychology video explores the principles behind submission, obedience, and the pursuit of power and influence. Discover surprising research insights into why we conform to social roles and norms, such as Stanley Milgram's famous obedience experiments.

We'll analyze the different types of power - from resource power and position power to personal power and expert power. Learn how the ability to influence others' behavior is rooted in various sources of power and authority.

The video also dives into the motivations behind the neurotic drive for power contrasted with the normative pursuit of power for positive change. Understand how an authoritarian parenting style, self-hatred, anxiety, and inferiority complexes can fuel an unhealthy obsession with domination.

Drawing from renowned psychologists like Karen Horney, Alfred Adler, and Erich Fromm, we'll examine the psychological roots of power-seeking behavior, narcissism, egocentrism, and the "corrupting" effects of power on the human psyche.

Whether you're a student of psychology, a leader striving for positive influence, or someone intrigued by human behavior and social dynamics, this video offers profound insights into the psychology of power, obedience, and our complex relationship with rules and authority.

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