But how do two people become a power couple, you ask?

Were they just always that way, or are they clued into some secret to success?

From there, of course, the couple works together collaboratively and cooperatively to get there.

Sarah Regan

However, obvious as it may seem, it doesn’t always come easily or naturally.

I’m going to make it worth your while so that we can do whatever it is together.

We have to think in terms of a two-person system, not simply a one-person system."

In other words, he explains, that’s how you get to an agreement.

Good for me, good for you."

And that has to be done thoughtfully."

From there, cooperation comes in when one person complies or yields to this preset agreement.

“And that’s governance,” Tatkin says.

Self-esteem

Self-esteemis not some static thing that remains constant forever.

It’s influenced by many factors, including our relationships.

For power couples, Tatkin says, both people are determined to make the other feel good about themselves.

And that’s why it’s essential, Tatkin tells mindbodygreen, for couples to regard each other positively.

And remember, these steps are all interconnected.

That’s when people act out.

That’s when people areresentful."

“Just sit down and decide, what are we andwhyare we?

Who and what do we serve?

What is our purpose as a union, as an alliance?”