ESSENCE.com recently sat down with Hollywood couple Boris Kodjoe and his wife Nicole Ari Parker.

The pair fell in love while filming the television series, “Soul Food.” They have two children together and have been married for seven years.

In an exclusive video they shared the secrets to the success in their marriage and how other couples can achieve the same result.

Boris revealed how he stays happy:

“Guys, it’s simple, very simple,” insists Kodjoe, who admits his stomach is most certainly the way to his heart. “Make her feel great and you get food and everything else.”

They actually shared some pretty good tips and I’m hoping that you’ll put them to use!

What’s your personal secret to making your relationship work?