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Apr 2025
43m 53s

Do You Love Me for Me or For What I Do f...

Esther Perel Global Media
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"Am I too much?" is a consistent frame for a relationship that so many people come to Esther with. This week, a Southern preacher who has made a career out of tending to the needs of others wonders if she's too much or not enough in her romantic relationships. Esther guides her to explore her sense of self-worth and ask for what she needs. Esther Callings ... Show More
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