Does loving him come with a price? After four months of dating, he’s asking her to cut ties with all of her exes. Is this a sign of love and commitment—or a red flag? In this episode, Esther unpacks the deeper dynamics at play: boundaries, control, trust, and the stories we tell ourselves about loyalty. Esther challenges the caller to consider what she may b ... Show More
Jun 16
Esther Calling - I Want To Fit In, But I Don't Want To Fit In
She is a single mother by choice. She lives in a very tight knit community with very traditional values. Now that her child is almost one, she's ready to date again but doesn't know where to begin. She seeks Esther's advice on how to embrace her new identity as a mom, find a suit ... Show More
1h 2m
Dec 2021
Esther Perel (Cheating 101)
This week, Father Cooper sits down with Esther Perel. Esther is a psychotherapist who is recognized as one of the leading voices in modern relationships. Her most recent book, The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity, explores why people cheat and provides guidance on what to ... Show More
50m 5s
Feb 2025
Oprah and Esther Perel on the 3 Things Every Human Needs to Find Love
In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, presented by Ulta Beauty, world renowned relationship therapist Esther Perel offers her profound insight on modern romance, and what we can do to feel more alive in all our relationships – not just the romantic ones.
With wisdom gained as a t ... Show More
52m 54s
Jul 2024
Why Some Relationships Don’t Last with Esther Perel (Rebroadcast)
This episode is brought to you by Birch Living, Bioptimizers, and Cozy Earth. As human beings, relationships are fundamental to who we are. We know that relationships can be a significant source of happiness and fulfillment in our lives, but they can also be a major source of str ... Show More
56m 28s
Apr 2024
The Story of Esther - Part 1
If you like fairytales, then this is the story for you! A king, a queen, and a beautiful young orphan who becomes a heroine. Together, Esther and her cousin are given a huge opportunity to save their people. God knows what He is doing, and He created us "for such a time as this." ... Show More
36m 52s
Mar 2025
The Red Flag You Must Never Ignore
In this episode of Jillian on Love, Jillian answers three listener questions. She unpacks the red flags when a partner still longs for their ex, challenges a listener’s fixation on finding their "ideal" partner, and offers a fresh perspective on dealing with an overbearing mother ... Show More
41m 4s