Dynamic relationships are one of the most interesting parts of a story. A friend becoming an enemy, a loved one becoming distant, or hardship creating conflict. If characters, and by extension their relationships, are not dynamic, then stories become boring and predictable. That is why the relationship between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth is so interesting to analyse. Their power struggle is fascinating, but tragic. A psychological analysis seems all but natural for these two spiteful spouses, and so it must be done.
Power corrupts. Ironically, a powerful phrase which has stood true time after time. Having a position of power, or even having the possibility of power can be dangerous. The perceived invincibility power can bring frequently leads people to
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He is proclaimed king, but knows he is to be usurped by those of Banquo's lineage. Upon this ghastly realization, he decides to take matters into his own hands. Without consulting his wife, who previously had been the only one seriously considering such horrid treason, he hires assassins. Where Macbeth was friendly and kind before to Banquo, he know thinks of him as only an enemy. “Both of you know Banquo was your enemy... So is he mine;”(3.1.1132-1135). This is what has become of the once loyal Macbeth. In contrast, Lady Macbeth has grown more reserved, more submissive. She is no longer the one calling the shots, she does not even plan to defend the power she gave herself up for. When Macbeth reminds her of Banquo’s side of the prophecy, she asks him “What’s to be done?”(3.2.1219). She has now taken Macbeth’s place as the submissive, worried one who knows not what to do. Macbeth does not even inform her of the plan, saying “Be innocent of the knowledge, dearest chuck, till thou applaud the deed.”(3.2.1220-1221). Lady Macbeth, who was fierce and fiery in taking power, is put in the position of not even knowing the