by Kathryn N. Donev, LPC-MHSP, NCC
Alfred Adler is prominently known for his work and contributions in the area of understanding inferiority. His findings are backed up with research and years of experience. However, the following statements are not Adlerian but, Donevian and nontraditional based not on scientific research, but only on years of observations and personal profiling. The following are three main warning signs or indicators of one who more than likely suffers with feelings of inferiority.
If the individual is/has:
1. Hair Loss
2. Speech Impediment
3. Short
After over ten years of encountering an overwhelming amount of people in leadership positions whom have been excessively authoritative, I began to note common physical characteristics of these individuals. And to my great surprise, I found that those leaders whom had all three of the above listed features were listed high on the following three attributes as well: 1. controlling, 2. demanding and 3. critical of other’s success. And as we all know, the latter attributes are all signs of compensating for inferiority. Therefore, if an individual has all three warning signs of being hair, speech and height challenged, the greater the complex.
I have tested this hypothesis and it has remained true for nearly 95% of cases personally encountered. I challenge you to put this theory to the test as well. Being aware of the warning signs of a personality that is destructive can save you a lot of heartache and headache. While psychological indicators are hard to determine, inferior personalities who seek to destroy you and your reputation to make theirs appear stronger can be avoided by looking for three obvious physical characteristics.