1). Which pattern (rigid complementarity, competitive symmetry, or submissive symmetry) do you think would be the most difficult to change? Why? Which would be the most damaging to a relationship? Which would be the most potentially damaging to the self-esteem of the individuals involved?
Rigid complementarity is the most difficult pattern to change especially in a relationship. One parter will always have to be submissive, while the other partner chooses to make all the decisions on important things in life.
It's very difficult to change this, because people have distinct personalities and we know that personalities are a part of us so losing that part would be near impossible. Imagine being in a situation where you are the person that has to agree to everything the other person says; while it may be okay at first, but over time the submissive person will develop resentment towards their signficant other and eventually they will leave the relationship.
The pattern that may be the most damaging to a self-esteem would be the submissive symmetry, simple because the person being submissive of the other will over time feel that they are not worthy enough or not intelligent enought to take the lead in the present or future relationships. Like in everythign in life, moderation and balance is the key to a succesfull life and or relationships.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment