BECOME THE NEXT POWER COUPLE: 5 WAYS TO DETERMINE IF YOU AND YOUR SPOUSE HAVE WHAT IT TAKES
Ronald and Nancy Raegan
Barak and Michelle Obama
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
Jay Z and Beyonce
Tony and Sage Robbins
Power Couples. Two people in a relationship who are successful in their own path and who support each other’s strengths and individuality because of their partnership.
Looking back through time, in politics, entertainment, and business, the list of these unique power couples goes on and on.
My hubby, Steve, and I might not be US presidents, celebrities, or professional musicians, but we strive to support each other in all that we do and we pay attention to the habits of power couples. Our marriage is far from perfect but after studying successful character traits of power couples for many years, I can promise you that nobody on the historical list of power couples is “perfect.” Perfection is only a concept, a dangerous concept, it isn’t reality, and it certainly does not lead to success. Power couples are on a messy journey through life and they are figuring it out one day at a time just like the rest of us!
But what makes them different and set apart? Why do we view them as power couples?
When I look closely at historical power couples, I see some common characteristics and traits. Take a look at some of the most common traits and evaluate for yourself if you have what it takes to be the next power couple!
Top 5 Traits of Power Couples
Prioritize Each Other
Power couples will do anything for one another. They respect boundaries and privacy and if one is in need, the other will drop everything and be by the side of the other one until the situation is under control. They are typically the first person to share exciting news with each other and the first (often only) person’s opinion they care about when it comes to making important decisions.
Express Gratitude
Power couples are grateful for each other. They regularly thank each other for small daily tasks and appreciate even the smallest effort given by their partner.. They are genuinely grateful for each other’s presence and are each their best selves when they are together.
Communicate without any Drama
Power couples have mutual respect. They are not jealous. They do not make dramatic scenes in public. They do not create unnecessary emotional upset for each other. They are typically seen as calm, collected, and under control in almost all circumstances. They feel at home with one another no matter their location and resolve disagreements quickly to maintain peace.
Each Other’s Biggest Cheerleaders
Power couples support one another, oftentimes in very public ways. It is not uncommon to see power couples promoting each other in social media, in interviews, or at events with friends, family, or colleagues. Power couples see the success of their partner as their own success. They push their partner to be their best and are not competitive with each other for public attention. They truly want each other to “win” in all that they do.
Goal Setters and Planners
Power couples typically know what they are working towards as a unified unit. They are a team. They often have short- and long-term goals and regularly discuss their progress and plans to achieve them. They understand that each decision that one makes will impact the other and they are cognizant of that as new opportunities present themselves.
You don’t have to be famous to be a power couple. Power couples are any two people who are strong, independent, successful, and even better together. They are the couple who stands out in a crowd as happy, balanced, and “doing things.” They stand out as people who have both natural abilities and aren’t afraid to work hard.
Power couples make each other better in every sense. They make each other see new and different perspectives, they make each other better partners, better leaders, and better human beings.
So, how do you rate yourself and your partner based on the power couple criteria above?
My hubby, Steve, and I are a work in progress like most couples, but we are 100% committed to each other. We embrace our power couple qualities and strive to keep them in our marriage. Our quest as a unit is to become one of the most generous, balanced, and respected couples on the list of historical power couples. If we don’t make it into the public eye that is ok with us, we know that we will have fun on our journey prioritizing one another, expressing gratitude, communicating without drama, being each other’s biggest cheerleaders, and achieving success. Together we will positively impact people around the world, and that’s all that matters to us! How about you?
Are you ready to become the next power couple? Please connect with me on Instagram or Facebook and let’s share power couple journey stories!