In love and crushing it
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George and Amal Clooney.
Beyonce and Jay Z. George Lucas and Mellody Hobson.
Angela Bassett and Courtney Vance.
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Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively.
Michelle and Barack Obama.
Victoria and David Beckham.
What do each of these couples have in common?
They have achieved success in their industries.
They have spoken highly of each other.
And they are widely considered to be power couples.
A power couple is a couple that is driven in their mission of what they want to do.
Power couples are often expected to be driven, confident, and wealthy.
They usually encourage each other a lot and are supportive of their partner’s mission, she adds.
Society often puts couples that are rich and famous in this category.
They appear to be happy and successful, with the finances and trappings to go along with it.
What makes a power couple?
And what are some signs and traits to look for that go beneath the surface?
They usually encourage each other a lot and are supportive of their partner’s mission.
The power couple practices being present, compassionate, and curious with each other.
Both partners make the relationship a priority.
They focus on building a solid foundation for their household and know thatteamworkis a big part of their success.
Even in the mundane areas of life, a power couple thrives.
These are important because this is what a relationship is.
It is not just having a wedding and purchasing property.
Of course, there are the characteristics that society sees.
Benefits and Challenges
Any relationship takes work.
And being in a notable power couple relationship takes special skill to navigate.
It has its own challenges.
If you are in the public eye, and the subject of constant scrutiny, it takes a toll.
You feel like youre under a microscope, and it makes it hard to deal with issues.
Power dynamics could contribute to conflict in relationships.
Carving out your own identity can also be a challenge.
Think of couples who start to be known by a one-name moniker.
It can be hard to feel eclipsed by a collective identity, instead of being known for your own.
Balancing family and career is also a challenge that most couples face, including those in the limelight.
But being a power couple also has its perks.
Because they usually put in the work, most power couples relationships have longevity.
A positive outlook is also a benefit of having a power couple mentality.
The mindset is one that considers what benefits the relationship as a whole.
A Power Couple Works Together
Being a great team is key.
You want to see to it you are there to support each other.
Its an attitude that you’ve got the option to develop as well.
Start by taking stock of your talents and skills.
How can you put them to work for you in your career and your relationship?
Next, focus on being yourself.
Learning from others and understanding how they achieved success is different than trying to become that person.
And of course, working on your relationship is crucial.
It starts with the focus on you and your relationship.
We know that true power lies in our relationships with one another.
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