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Feb 2024
55m 15s

He Wants it Everyday, She Wants it Never

Esther Perel Global Media
About this episode
They find themselves at an erotic stalemate. Married for 20 years with four children, they have lost their way with each other. He wants it all the time, and she seems to want it never. Esther encourages them to create sexual invitations rather than nightly demands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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