We'll always have the tendency to want the upper hand; it makes us feel bigger. Naturally, power is desirable, because usually it is used to convince ourselves of our self worth. And it works. But it is simply a temporary solution - sucking on other people's strength to build our own is not a stable source of confidence. We fool ourselves into believing that it means we are better, but the truth is it only proves how weak we really are. Dominating is a way for the feeble to build a wall. When we try to climb on a pedestal above others, you'll realize, we rarely share with them who we really are. Out of fear, the "stronger" one never gives a piece of themselves. At the same time, we don't see the other as who they are either because how could we? When peering down from so high up, how could anyone possibly see clearly?
Looking someone eye to eye take a lot more effort. And time. Trying to relate not really means understanding someone else; it also means sharing who you are. This kind of give and take - not simply taking, is a measure of true inner strength. It show that we are comfortable with who we are; or at least, ourselves. Dominating makes us feel bigger, but relating is what truly makes someone a bigger, and stronger person.
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