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Power and influence
September 19, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm BST
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Discussion Topics
Understanding power and influence- How would you define power and influence?
- Can you think of someone who has power or influence in your community? Why do you think they are powerful or influential?
- What are some ways people can gain power or influence?
- Can you share an example of a situation where you saw power or influence being used?
- What do you think is the difference between having power and having influence?
- Is absolute power corrupting by its very nature?
- Is the desire for power inherent in human nature, or is it a product of social conditioning and external factors?
- Do power-hungry individuals already possess certain traits that make them prone to corruption?
- To what extent does power reveal the true nature of individuals, and does it amplify existing character traits?
- Are individuals who reject power or voluntarily relinquish it more virtuous or enlightened than those who actively seek it?
- Is power inherently oppressive or can it be used for positive change?
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