# 19 - Accepting Influence: Find Ways to Say “Yes” in Your Relationship or Face an 81% Chance of It Failing

In this episode we dive deep into the importance of ‘accepting influence’ in your relationship (in particular for men) using research and evidence based theories.Did you know that emotionally intelligent husbands/boyfriends are the key to lasting relationships/marriages?We discuss some interesting concepts around why women naturally accept influence more than men, including why how playing ‘house’ or ‘mums and dads’ can actually build emotional intelligence in children. Emotional intelligence for the win!!We also talk on how ‘accepting influence’ plays out in our own relationship too!In essence, do you want to always be ‘right’ in your relationship, or do you want it to succeed and continue?As always, keeping it raw, real and unfilteredIf you’re experiencing abuse, in a domestic violence relationship, or generally feeling controlled, unsafe or scared, please seek support when safe to do so.In Australia you can call 1800RESPECTIn the UK you can call 08082000247You can also email us @ [email protected] for a chance to have your relationship questions answered (anonymously) on the podcast.Follow us on instagram @tdhrpodcastSo, if you’re ready for unfiltered conversations and massive impact, then let’s play