Power

Power is the ability to create the illusion of having control over others. Although many believe that power is the ability to control others. I on the other hand strongly disagree with that. The following paragraphs will explain why power is the illusion of having control over others.
For example: In the book Animal Farm many of the animals believed that Mr. Jones had power therefore they had to obey his orders. However it was simply his human form that created the illusion that he hade power over them. Which is why when the animals took matters into there own hands they were able to defeat him.
Another example of this is royalty, such as the queen or king. Because their considered royalty it creates the illusion that they have power over you. But in reality they do not. They could instruct you not to harm another person. But that doesn’t stop you from harming them. It simply puts you on alert. But it does not fully control what you do.
One last example of this is when it seems that parents can control you. Again it’s because they are considered parents that they appear to have power. The only reason you obey them is because you have common sense. So if they told you to stay in your room. You most likely will, but you don’t have to. Therefore, they can not actually control you.
To conclude Power is not just the ability to have control over someone. It’s the ability to create the illusion of having control over others. Not the other way round.