Controlling People are Actually Pretty Dumb

That's what it is with controlling people. They think they are smarter and wiser than you and that they have all the answers and that everyone else is stupid and that their way is not only the best way but the only way. That is why they try to control you, to make you do things their way because they think their way is the best. In actual fact, you are correct in saying that they are "dumb". Controlling people are very insecure people who don't understand others or even life. They think that people can be controlled when if fact they can't. A controlling person may be able to control someone of a period of time, but eventually the person being controlled has enough of it and moves on, leaving the controller sad and lonely and looking for another victim.

When people act this way, I just ignore them. I don't like to associate with people like that. I think the main reason they try to control others is because they're insecure about themselves. There's probably something about themselves that they're not happy with, and they take it out on others.

I've seen people like this too, smart with their mouths but apparently unable to do much with their own two hands. Then there are also those who preach a lot about certain things but then when you look at them you don't feel that they practise what they say (like a fat person telling someone else how to lose weight). I wouldn't even bother about what these people say, because they themselves might not even know what they are saying. At the most I would just pretend to agree with them but then I'll still do things in the way I feel is more appropriate.

You are not wrong, there is a lot of people that are trying to control,in this world. And it is annoying. We are all equal human being that has the same rights so until they understand that.

yes..some people really like to control others..they should let other people do what they need/want to do..every individual has his/her own mind and can decide for himself/herself..

I hate this kind of people. I had a classmate who has this kind of attitude. She tends to manipulate people because she thinks that she knows everything. Sometimes she pulls down the confidence of the person by insulting him/her and I hate that. I just think that karma is around and with the saying "what goes up must come down".

They have deceived themselves into believing they are smart. It is just an act. Having someone take orders from them tends to make them believe their own lies.

you are right. it's more than just the people who are around you. i see this characteristic with many people who are controlling. there need for control is an insecurity. they want to be leaders, but they are actually just bossy for bossy sake. i can't stand controlling people. sorry you have to be around them right now.

THey are pretty dumb...and they act like they know everything. In fact my bosses are like that. You can tell them a complete lie and they will say they knew it first they like to control every situation even making fools of themselves...so sad.

I believe the question is, "Who does a dumb person think he or she is controlling?" I know people who are quite "bossy"; and it really doesn't phase me. I do not really let people influence me with stupidity. Personalities are what make people personable to you. Believe me when I say that I won't let someone try to control me, that is just plain dumb. If people learn to control themselves that would be the smart thing to do.

Controlling people are weak and not very smart really. They are codependent, narcissist, sociopathic personalities. Usually have very low self-esteem. They are angry and spitful people. They gravitate toward people who are also low self-esttem and that don't think they are worthy of better.

more then controling! they are freaking bullies! thats a bully all the way. its how they get their way by being a bully. thats how the men in this house do it except my oldest that knows he gets more his way by being nice

There's exactly someone like that in my workplace! Good thing though he's not my boss or I'll quit my job anytime! I pity my friends who are under him. He tends to act so childish when things don't go his way and refuses to listen to reasons even if they are valid. There are times when he complains a lot when no ones supports or joins the activity he creates but in all honesty, the reason why people refuses to join is because it's boring and he never really explains the value or expected outcome of his activities. Worst, there are time when he compare his team to other teams without him realizing that the main reason why his team is too detached and unproductive is because of him.

They are like that because they feel insecure with themselves and know they are not smart enough to accomplish anything else in life. Does this sound about right...? LOL