Rigid Role Relations

I believe submissive symmetry is the most difficult to change. I believe it’s the most difficult to change because “both parties struggle to relinquish control.” It seems to be an unhealthy relationship because the contributors in the relationship are trying to manipulate each other by forcing the other to make a decision. I think that type of behavior is something people can’t control. That it’s something people began when they were kids and they were trying to manipulate their parents to buy them a toy.

Conversely this can be very damaging to the relationship as it forces each other to not take control yet still be satisfied. It seems to be a paradox between give and take but nonetheless can’t be healthy.

I believe the most damaging of the self esteem is competitive symmetry because both members fight for positioning. Similar to athletes competition is something that can be good to increase performance but when you lose, it can’t be good for your self esteem.