Shaping Power for Good Within and Around You

In Shaping Power for Good: Wayfinding to Right Relationship, Dr. Amanda Aguilera presents a groundbreaking exploration of power in its many forms, offering a transformative framework for understanding and navigating the complexities of human relationships. Drawing on decades of research and practice, this book advances the Right Use of Power model, which identifies six distinct types of power: Personal, Role, Status, Collective, Systemic, and Universal power.

Dr. Aguilera reveals how power shapes every aspect of our lives—often in ways we don’t fully recognize. The first chapters dive into the heart of the matter, defining each type of power and illustrating how they interact in both subtle and profound ways. From the innate Personal Power we all possess to the pervasive influence of Systemic Power, the book provides a nuanced vocabulary to articulate the social power dynamics in our relationships, groups, and systems.

Readers will learn how Role Power and Status Power shape interpersonal dynamics, how Collective Power can drive social change, and how Universal Power connects us all to something greater than ourselves. Through vivid examples and thoughtful analysis, Dr. Aguilera illuminates all the types of power at play in our relationships, offering practical tools for navigating these dynamics with integrity and awareness.

Shaping Power for Good is more than a book—it’s a call to action. It challenges readers to reflect on their own relationship with power, to reclaim their personal power, and to use all forms of power responsibly and ethically. Whether you’re a leader, educator, activist, or simply someone seeking deeper self-awareness, this book will empower you to transform your relationships and your world.

Prepare to see power in a whole new light.

Paperback Book, 449 pages