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#199 Esther Perel: Cultivating Desire (2019)

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

CHAPTER

Criticism as a Hidden Wish

The chapter explores how criticism often stems from unexpressed desires and insecurities, serving as a defense mechanism to avoid vulnerability. It discusses the complexities of honesty, transparency, and secrecy in relationships, emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility for one's feelings and actions. The chapter also delves into communication dynamics, the impact of past experiences on relationships, and the therapeutic technique of role reversal to foster empathy and understanding.

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