Authority

Experiencing power is a major cause of brain changes. It has been experimentally proven that merely having or imagining power diminishes empathy. Additionally,

Perspective Taking decreases while

Interpersonal dynamic sensitivity increases. Power enables confidence and selfish behavior, reducing the need to be cautious or follow rules, thus eliminating energy waste. Before gaining power, people tend to treat others equally, but once power is acquired, the ability to read relationships and influence increases. As power grows, unethical and immoral behaviors become more acceptable due to a sense of entitlement. The more one believes they have power, the easier it becomes to engage in misconduct. Self-confidence also increases, leading to a more

Proactive approach. To avoid corruption, one must consciously understand brain functions or cognitively reject the sense of privilege. Socially, a society with less inequality is required. To test character, give power. No power remains uncorrupted. A counterbalance equal to the power held is necessary.