In addition to distinctions in attractiveness and stability, Figure 16.2 separates relationship types on the basis of power. Consider the tie that exists between you and your mother. Her power over you is directly proportional to the amount of dependence you have on her for the benefits of life. If she is your only source for college tuition, wise counsel, emotional support, and fudge brownies, her ability to govern your life is great. If you can easily get the benefits she offers someplace else, you avoid interdependence. When outcomes exceed CLalt, by a large margin, dependence is great. Thibaut and Kelley make no claim that this is either good or bad. They merely point out the link between dependence and control. Their discussion of power involves three different forms of control.