In  every relationship we have great power and influence over people even if we don't think we don't. People can easily influence others by making things difficult, withholding things from them, offering something, insulting their character, and making a request or demand. We do these things every day. If we are doing these for the right reason we can make a good change. Influencing people can also have negative affects. People can take what you are doing and interpret it wrong. They might think you don't like them anymore or you don't support them. This could be detrimental to relationships. Not having the support of your partner will break the trust that is within the relationship. When you do try to influence things just remember to communicate in a way they understand you want the best. This could keep them from misinterpreting things. Every relationship needs to how influence though. Without the influence things couldn't really move forward, but there can't be just one person who influences things all the time. The power in the relationship needs be shared. This can help things to move forward and it can help you better understand your partner.