Discover the dynamics of successful partnerships with Kara Swisher and Scott Galloway. They discuss healthy disagreements, gratitude, and the impact of childhood experiences on relationships. Explore emotional expression, vulnerability, and collaboration in navigating work-life balance and parenting challenges.

In this podcast, Esther Perel explores the emotional aftermath of losing a loved one to suicide. The speaker reflects on their late husband's struggles with imposter syndrome and their desire for a new relationship. They also discuss their experiences with caregiving and the physical sensations associated with longing for connection. The chapter concludes with a caller seeking advice on finding love again after a difficult breakup.

A couple discusses their mismatched sexual desires and the impact on their relationship. They explore their contrasting views on sex, with one seeing it as a chore and the other feeling a strong desire. They reflect on their childhood and desire for emotional closeness. The podcast emphasizes the importance of touch and surrendering as a form of initiating intimacy.

Struggling new mothers in the same international organization. Gender dynamics, job changes, managing negative emotions, redefining dependency, communication coaching, confronting motherhood in the workplace, navigating work challenges.

This episode explores the aftermath of a traumatic experience, the struggles with negative thoughts and temptation in a relationship, the concept of trauma reenactment and desire to cheat for power, the consequences of not questioning negative thoughts leading to shame and hiddenness, and the challenges of forgiveness when there is no remorse.

A woman in a healthy relationship discusses her intrusive thoughts of cheating and explores if they are connected to past trauma. The podcast delves into the struggle of balancing love and revenge, the temptation to cheat, and moving on from past traumas. It also explores the presence of an 'evil voice' in relationships and the battle of intrusive thoughts.

A couple seeks guidance from Esther Perel after the husband's new career brings erotic invigoration to their marriage. They delve into the challenges and joys of an open relationship, exploring jealousy and insecurity. They also reflect on the transformative power of relationships and the process of self-discovery.

In this episode, Esther speaks to a woman who has a pattern of being friend-zoned in her relationships. They explore the impact of feeling unloved and being used as a placeholder, discuss the influence of mother figures on self-worth, and provide tips on navigating dating pressure and choosing one's path.

Dan Harris, skeptical journalist and host of the Ten Percent Happier podcast, discusses topics such as non-negotiable practices for maintaining life balance, showing up fully present in various contexts, the impact of social connections on happiness and longevity, the consequences of diminishing anxiety, and the effects of digital technology on our lives.

Actor Neil Patrick Harris joins Esther Perel for an intimate chat about friendships, discussing challenges of making friends, navigating social interactions, and the value of genuine connections. They also touch on turning 50 and expressing appreciation to old friends.