Esther Perel
Esther Perel is a Belgian psychotherapist, author, and speaker known for her work on modern relationships, human desire, and intimacy. She popularized the concept of "erotic intelligence" with her 2006 bestselling book Mating in Captivity, which explores the tension between security and freedom in long-term couples. Perel also hosts the popular podcast Where Should We Begin?, featuring real therapy sessions. Fluent in multiple languages, she is a prominent voice on evolving relationship dynamics and workplace emotional intelligence.
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Books Esther Perel recommends
A curated library compiled from public recommendations, interviews and posts.

Madame Bovary

The Erotic Mind

Why Won't You Apologize?

Mating in Captivity

Liquid Life

Breaking the Male Code

The Art of Loving

Man's Search for Meaning

Nonviolent Communication

Family Healing

Sex at Dawn

Can Love Last?

Fighting for Your Marriage

If This Is a Man and The Truce

Crime and Punishment

The Art of Gathering

Taking Sexy Back

Love Rules

How to Fix a Broken Heart

Rekindling Desire

You Can Be Right (or You Can Be Married)

The New Monogamy

Marriage Confidential

Sync Your Relationship, Save Your Marriage

The Return of Desire

The State of Affairs
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