Huberman Lab How to Find, Build & Maintain Healthy Romantic Relationships | Esther Perel
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Sep 16, 2024 
Esther Perel, a world-renowned psychotherapist and bestselling author, delves into the complexities of romantic relationships. She discusses the dual nature of identity in partnerships and the importance of self-awareness. Perel highlights the need for curiosity and effective communication while navigating conflicts. Listeners learn about the challenges of fidelity, the significance of apologies, and how to balance intimacy with individuality. Her insights offer valuable tools for building and maintaining satisfying connections in love.
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Relationships & Identity
- Romantic relationships involve navigating the tension between maintaining identity and embracing change.
- We seek relationships both to find ourselves and to be surprised by who we become through relating.
Attraction & Conflict
- We're drawn to traits in partners that we want to develop in ourselves.
- However, these same traits can become sources of conflict when they challenge our existing selves.
Relationship Readiness
- Develop self-awareness and acknowledge personal limitations before seeking a relationship.
- Accountability for one's actions is crucial for relationship success.
