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- 11-03-17
Thank you
Thank you Esther for dedicating your life to better and touch the lives of others.
What an inspiring podcast.
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- Laurence
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Enraging to listen to - but Esther is stil awesome
The passive-agressive, alcoholic and abusive husband grunts his way through this therapy session. He has zero introspective skills. You will want to scream back at the wife: JUST LEAVE HIM ALREADY. At least the ending redeems the episode somewhat, but I could have done without the enraging 40 minutes that preceded it. Esther Perel is a skilled therapist who tried to find his redeeming qualities and move him to change. Alas, her interventions were lost on him.
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- ControlsGirl
- 06-14-20
Another Amazing One!!!
Great listen for anyone who has had a health issue make them feel less capable and also great for any parents with issues.
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- Warcraftgrrl
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Diversity in Patients Situation
This hit really close to home for me. Very sad, but meaningful to listen to.
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- R. MCRACKAN
- 07-03-18
All you need is not love
There are so many layers to this episode. At first I thought it was going to be about the power of apology. And although he sorely needs to do so, it's not sufficient. Then I thought it was going to be about how she was defining everything and contradicting someone who is already feeling powerless but that was hardly even touched -- I was surprised by this. The ending however I was not surprised by.
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- Denise McFarland
- 01-07-18
Love this podcast so much
I love this podcast so much - all of the episodes. I especially love that we got an update at the end of this one, even though it was a sad one. I just wish we got updates at the end of all the episodes - or even just a special separate "update episode" telling how all the couples are doing today.
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- Just Bought This
- 12-19-17
Perfect. I pray that I am as effective as this.
I love how she validates and evaluates without losing focus. Great job. This is awesome work.
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- Jan
- 12-15-17
Everyone can relate to something in each session.<br />
I listen wishing I could have heard this series years ago. I just got her new book and can't wait to listen and I hope to be as transfixed as I am by Esther's insight and suggestions with the real couples in the podcasts.
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- MCBH
- 11-19-17
A Must for Parents
A must for parents at war over discipline. I will be listening to this one again!!!
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- Ewelina
- 11-07-17
It had an unexpected twist, but it was enjoyable.
I loved it. Esther has an amazing ability to connect the dots and really hit a nerve. It really has me rooting for the couples to realize the bad dynamics and to change them.
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- kevin
- 11-07-17
Wonderful insight from Esther
I really enjoyed listening to these sessions with Esther. Her narration throughout the session really give depth to her actions.