• Esther Perel's Where Should We Begin?: The Arc of Love

  • By: Esther Perel
  • Narrated by: Esther Perel
  • Length: 4 hrs and 38 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (10,365 ratings)

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For her latest Audible Original, Where Should We Begin?: The Arc of Love, Esther Perel invites you to listen to private and intimate conversations exploring the evolution of relationships. Hear six sets of people at different points in their quests for romantic and familial love, including a young couple whose immigration status has forced them to consider marriage, a stepmother trying to put the pieces back together for four children whose mother died by suicide, a nonbinary child desperate to connect with their single mother, a divorced couple whose two-household relationship may prove that marriage doesn’t have to end after divorce, and more. Listen and better understand your own relationships through the struggles of these people and Esther’s remarkable insights.

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About the Author and Performer

Esther Perel, the New York Times best-selling author of The State of Affairs, has transformed the conversation on what it means to be in love and have a thriving intimate relationship. For the past thirty-five years, she has worked with thousands of couples around the world who have grappled with a variety of relational challenges – from intimacy to infidelity. In addition to providing therapeutic sessions for clients in her New York City private practice, Perel consults and speaks regularly on erotic intelligence, conflict resolution, and human connection. Weaving true love stories with incisive psychological and cultural analysis, she invites listeners into a revealing exploration of modern marriage. Her provocative audio series, Where Should We Begin? is an Audible Original.

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liked even when I expected not to

I really enjoyed learning to the different struggles that couples and families have and Dr. Perel's ability to get them to explore their feelings and emotions in a supportive way.
I picked the book as it was the 2nd pick and closest thing to something I was interested in. I was sad when it ended as I really enjoyed all the guiding advice.
Give it a try. I think you will not regret it.

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Honest, Emotional and Raw

Esther Perel skilfully instigates moments that change her client’s paradigm. She does it methodically and with artistic skill. Seeming to immerse herself completely in each individual’s experience to gather a deep understanding of their needs. The podcast is beautifully done and we can all only wish to find a therapist with a mind as progressive and holistic as hers!

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Interesting View of Other People's Problems

This "audiobook" contains recordings of couples therapy sessions that allow you to be a fly on the wall. The struggles are real and engaging. I found it interesting that the problems other people have are similar to the problems of myself and friends and family of mine, making it very relatable.
#SelfDiscovery #Heartfelt #NewYork #Psychology #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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Very insightful concepts about relationships!

I enjoyed the conversations and analysis, I related to certain struggles. I definitely recommend this book.

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Where should we egin

I love Esther Perel, such insight and wisdom. It is always refreshing to hear her work with couple's.

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LOVE ♥ ☺ ♥

I Love Esther Perel's book/show. I am learning things about myself that I never thought I would, and finding out that I am not so crazy after all and I deserve everything that I desire... And that IT IS POSSIBLE! Thank you so much Dr. Perel!

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Unexpected Awesomeness

I picked this on a whim, as it is outside of my normal reading. I found that I could relate to each of the relationships on some level, and it caused me to do some reflecting and I honestly enjoyed the whole experience.

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exceptional

I loved the layout. Wouldn't work as a read. Needs to be listened to, to grasp the depth and content of thoughts. thank you Esther, for the lessons and truths I have learned and been reminded of.

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Better than Face to face therapy!

I thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated this free audible book. What a wise and freeing woman she is.

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really nice

it took me about 30 minutes to get used at Esther's voice . I enjoyed it and i couldn't wait to finish it . Now,i want to listen to her all the time :)

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