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Dec 2021
1h 4m

I Don't Mean to Be Mean, But...

Esther Perel Global Media
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She has no boundaries, he’s walled off. And their opposing communication styles cause immediate tension in this explosive session. So much so, that Esther finds herself adding to the chorus of angry voices. There might only be three people in this session, but Esther realizes she needs at least three more chairs for the in-laws whose voices and opinions are ... Show More
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