Do you accept influence in your relationship?

Accepting influence might look like:

-Replacing "Yes, Dear" with "I hear you"

-Being open to the ideas and opinions of your partner

-Acknowledging that your partner has a valid point of view

-Simply saying, “You are important, and your opinions matter to me even if I disagree.”

Accepting influence is not:

-Complying or going along with your partner in everything

-Forgoing your own opinions, wants, and beliefs in favor of your partner’s

-Agreeing with everything your partner says: “Yes, dear, everything is okay” or “Whatever you want.”