EPISODE · Mar 6, 2026 · 17 MIN
Choose Influence Over Control Or Lose What Matters
from Excellence Above Talent Podcast · host Aaron Thomas
Send us Fan MailWe unpack how abuse often begins with power and control rather than violence, and how fear and insecurity fuel cycles that erode trust. We draw a clear line between leadership and control, share personal lessons, and offer practical steps to build influence instead of dominance.• control as the quiet start of abuse • subtle tactics that shrink autonomy • fear as the driver of domination • leadership through respect versus submission • the cycle of abuse and false repair • emotional control and gaslighting explained • healthy power as self-regulation and accountability • breaking generational patterns with awareness and action • self-assessment questions to build influenceListen to this episode with honesty. Then ask yourself, am I building influence or relying on control? And if this episode resonated with you in any way, like, subscribe, follow, share with a man that you think might need to hear it Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode For daily, motivational, and up-to-date content, follow us on Facebook and Instagram at ExcellenceAboveTalent Keep moving forward, never give up, and you are never alone in this battleSupport the show#excellenceabovetalent #EAT #dontgiveup #youdeservethebest #youareenough ...
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Send us Fan Mail We unpack how abuse often begins with power and control rather than violence, and how fear and insecurity fuel cycles that erode trust. We draw a clear line between leadership and control, share personal lessons, and offer practical steps to build influence instead of dominance. • control as the quiet start of abuse • subtle tactics that shrink autonomy • fear as the driver of domination • leadership through respect versus submission • the cycle of ab...
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