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Nov 2023
58m 29s

She's Out, He's Still In.

Esther Perel Global Media
About this episode

After 20 years together, they wonder if their marriage has run its course? She is too unhappy to stay together and doubts if she ever felt true passion for him. He is holding onto the relationship for the both of them and refusing to truly hear her. Esther explores his desire for hope and her desire for change.

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