Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel Couples Under Lockdown: Lagos, Nigeria
May 14, 2020
A couple reflects on their bold move from Seattle to Lagos, Nigeria, just as COVID-19 looms. They navigate uncertainties with the decision to stay or leave, grappling with lockdown's chaos and emotional turmoil. Discussions reveal their struggles with connection, vulnerability, and maintaining intimacy amid the challenges of relocation. The couple's journey explores the complexities of communication and support during a globally disruptive time, revealing the often-unseen sacrifices of expatriate life.
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A move to Lagos
- A couple moved from Seattle to Lagos, Nigeria for a new job opportunity and family adventure.
- COVID-19 complicated their move significantly, forcing them to consider leaving everything behind.
Differing pandemic strategies
- During a pandemic, couples negotiate their strategies for dealing with the crisis, and differing viewpoints arise.
- The wife's concerns about safety and privilege clash with the husband's sense of mission.
Jealousy and the mission
- The wife feels a lack of personal connection, observing her husband's attentiveness to others' needs.
- She finds it hard to express her needs, as his mission feels prioritized over individual concerns.
