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This is a very good reply, and it can be used to refine the analysis, and bring out the difference between both: - abusive relationship was typically conside
by YorkshireSeason 8y ago
This is a very good reply, and it can be used to refine the analysis, and bring out the difference between both:
- abusive relationship was typically considered problematic by at least one participant even at the time.
- Boss / subordinate relationship was typically not considered problematic by both participants at the time.
Classic examples doctor/nurse, pilot/stewardess, professor/PhD student, lawyer/secretary. I could introduce you to several such couplings among my acquintances, and relatives.
- lovich 8y agoI mean, I get what you're saying but there have been plenty of people in relationships that would be criminally abusive who didn't have a problem with the relationship. Just because someone thought the situation was fine doesn't mean that it was good for society, and unless we become a libertarian paradise those questions are going to be asked when the situation has the heuristics that point to there being a problem
- jl2718 8y agoI think the point is that it limits the motivations for somebody to seek a position of power. Hopefully to ones that are good for the company. It’s hard to find a trustworthy executive. That’s probably the #1 trait for effectiveness. Not saying that we do a good job of finding them.