Key Ideas

1. Desire thrives in space and distance: According to Esther Perel, desire needs space and distance to thrive in a relationship. While intimacy requires closeness, desire flourishes when there is an element of mystery and independence.

2. The tension between love and desire: Perel explores the conflict between love and desire in long-term relationships. She discusses how the safety and comfort of love can sometimes hinder desire, and offers strategies for reconciling the two.

3. Erotic intelligence: Perel introduces the concept of erotic intelligence, which involves understanding and embraci....
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