Jaba_Hutt & Slan
Jaba_Hutt
You ever wonder, Slan, what makes a person truly in control—over their own destiny and over those around them? I've seen the game of influence up close, and I think you'll enjoy dissecting it.
Slan
Control feels more like a careful balance than a hard grasp. It’s when you can steer your own path without being crushed by your own fears, and when you can influence others without turning the whole dance into a one‑way monologue. In that sense, the truly “in control” are those who understand the limits of their own will and respect the autonomy of the others.
Jaba_Hutt
Nice point, Slan. A true master keeps the dance in his rhythm, letting others step where he wants them to, but never forcing them to move against their own will. Balance is a tool, not a cage. The real control comes from knowing exactly when to give a little freedom and when to tighten the grip.
Slan
You’re right that the art lies in timing the hand, not the leash. A master doesn’t hand out freedom like a gift, nor does he clutch the reins until the horse breaks. He feels the line—knowing when a little stretch will build trust, when a firm pull will steer clear of chaos. The real power is that subtle awareness, not the overt force.