Ep 40: Power – And The Tug of War struggle in our personal lives

08/05/2025

NewVision OldWays Podcast

Ep 40 Power - And The Tug of War Struggles in our Personal Lives

Host:  Tony Marinaccio  //

 Power struggles aren’t just the stuff of politics and governments—they happen right where we live: in our homes, relationships, workplaces, and friendships. In this deeply personal and revealing episode, I peel back the layers on how power shows up in our closest relationships—and how it quietly controls us when we’re not looking.

Whether it’s a partner, parent, boss, or friend, subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) control can chip away at your identity, your voice, and your sense of self. But awareness is the first step to breaking the cycle. This episode dives into the core psychological drivers of control, the warning signs, and how you can take your power back without becoming the one who dominates others.

In this episode:

• Why we normalize control and call it love
• How control is often rooted in fear, insecurity, and childhood patterns
• The four psychological drivers of domination (including narcissism)
• What it means to lose your voice—and how to reclaim it
• The repeating loops that trap us, and how to break them
• Why healthy relationships liberate instead of dominate

🎧 Featured Clips:

• Relationship coach Jon Dabach shares insight on relational dynamics
• Psychologist W. Keith Campbell breaks down narcissism and power

Whether you’re trying to break free, soften your own grip, or simply understand the tug-of-war happening in your personal life—this episode is your mirror, your megaphone, and your wake-up call.

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Real power isn’t about who wins—it's about choosing each other, freely and fully.