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Mating in Captivity

Unlocking Erotic Intelligence

Unlocking Erotic Intelligence

Esther Perel

Mating in Captivity

In Mating in Captivity, Esther Perel looks at the story of sex in committed couples. Modern romance promises it all - a lifetime of togetherness, intimacy and erotic desire. In reality, it’s hard to want what you already have. Our quest for secure love conflicts with our pursuit of passion. And often, the very thing that got us to into our relationships - lust - is the one thing that goes missing from them.

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  • Explore sex between committed couples
  • 272 pages
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When you love someone, how does it feel? And when you desire someone, how is it different?

Desire in (very) long-term relationships

Desire in (very) long-term relationships

Meet Belinda Wiley, a Sex and Relationship Coach who specialises in helping people reignite sexual desire in their long-term relationships.   After having Belinda on my podcast a few weeks ago, I knew this would be the start of a special friendship. As we sat in the recording studio, cup of tea in hand, I instantly felt at ease in her presence. From the moment she sat down, I was in awe of her vulnerability and knowledge of all things sex and relationships. It felt like I had known her forever and that we could have stayed in that little room chatting away for hours longer.    The reason I feel so interested in this particular topic is that I haven’t yet been able to crack the code on this in my own life. I wonder if it is even possible to sustain and grow such levels of intimacy.   What drew me to Belinda initially, apart from her radiance, magnetism, and wisdom, was the work she does. After getting to know her a little fuller, I understand why there was such a pull; Belinda is the epitome of someone who practices what she preaches. She has more than 60 years of life experience under her belt, and what she teaches is reflected in her own life and marriage.    She is living proof that deep connection over many years is possible. Having been married for nearly four decades,... Meet Belinda Wiley, a Sex and Relationship Coach who specialises in helping people reignite sexual desire in their long-term relationships.   After having Belinda on my podcast a few weeks ago, I knew this would be the start of a special friendship. As we sat in the recording studio, cup of tea in hand, I instantly felt at ease in her presence. From the moment she sat down, I was in awe of her vulnerability and knowledge of all things sex ...

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