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Sep 2023
38m 40s

Self Love Isn't Something I Grew Up With

Esther Perel Global Media
About this episode
Esther talks to a woman who was passed over for a promotion, again. She straddles two cultures and finds that it is impacting her work and her personal life more than she realized. Esther Callings are a one time, 45-60 minute interventional phone call with Esther. They are edited for time, clarity, and anonymity. If you have a question you would like to tal ... Show More
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