So, from the posts above it does look as though the 'being broken' is not linked directly to the submissiveness. I agree that everyone has problems and I think even the most confident seeming people have insecurities - its just that they are better at hiding them than others (and there is a whole debate behind whether it is better to hide your weakness and be successful or show them to the world). Having been in a position where people tend to naturally respect you simply because of the job you are doing, I can tell you that it is scary to have people follow your commands as if you knew what you were talking about. I think even Barack Obama sits in the Oval office and thinks 'They're doing what I told them to do? Why? What do I know that makes me any better at making that sort of decision?' Its understandable given the sort of decision his job now involves on a daily basis but even us normal people have the same uncertainties and that feeling that we just aren't worthy.