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by Esther Perel Global Media · English

Every Monday morning step into the office of iconic psychotherapist Esther Perel on "Where Should We Begin" and listen in as real people in search of insight bare the raw, intimate, and profound details of their stories. From breakups and open relationships to workplace conflicts and fractures in the family, it’s a place to hear our own stories reflected in the lives of others. So…where should we begin? For an ad-free version of our podcast, plus bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and more, visit our Office Hours section.

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Breaking News Has Broken UsWhere Should We Begin? with Esther Perel29 Sep 2025 · 52 min
Will This Heartbreak Ever End?How to let go of first heartbreak and stop cycling through attachment after a toxic, fast-intense relationship ended in January 2024 (after earlier breakups).22 Sep 2025 · 52 min · 11 chapters
I’m Afraid of Losing More Than Just the BusinessA woman (middle child, only girl) navigates guilt, shame, anger, and responsibility after stepping back from day-to-day leadership in her co-founded company.15 Sep 2025 · 51 min · 13 chapters
A Secret I Can't Even Tell My TherapistA therapy-style conversation about an ongoing secret relationship with an ex after years apart, framed as reconciling two “parts” of the self (a logical, safety-focused voice vs.8 Sep 2025 · 47 min · 18 chapters
Still Single at 40A caller (“pushing 40”) can’t sustain romantic relationships past 4–5 months, alternating between anxious clinging/pursuit and passive withdrawal, including losing sexual interest; Esther explores…25 Aug 2025 · 30 min · 9 chapters
Grief Begins With Love With Julia SamuelGrief and how it’s rooted in love and re-engagement with life; grief’s relationship to “Eros” (life, desire, connection) and “Thanatos” (death drive, withdrawal, numbness).18 Aug 2025 · 37 min · 6 chapters
Friendship - My Reliable GiftTwo male best friends (met in preschool; South Asian immigrant families) explore what “best friend” means, why their closeness has drifted, and how cultural/masculinity norms make it hard to say…11 Aug 2025 · 59 min · 25 chapters
I Fell For My Best FriendA listener explores heartbreak and confusion after falling in love with a best friend who did not reciprocate romantically.4 Aug 2025 · 42 min · 22 chapters
Stuck in the MiddleA listener asks Esther Perel for help setting boundaries with two close friends who are in a dysfunctional, crisis-prone relationship.28 Jul 2025 · 28 min · 16 chapters
Two Conversations Esther Wants You To Hear From Sessions LiveTwo “Sessions Live” conversations about friendship turning into collaboration—one on healing through pleasure and truth-telling in the context of HIV/AIDS stigma, and one on relationship boundaries…21 Jul 2025 · 48 min · 13 chapters
Can Our College Friendship Survive Adulthood?Two college friends—who bonded through mutual support and a non-sexual “romantic” closeness—struggle to maintain the friendship after adulthood, especially once partners enter.14 Jul 2025 · 1 h 2 min · 18 chapters
What Now? with Trevor Noah - Meet Esther Perel - One of My Favorite PeopleEsther Perel (psychotherapist and author) discusses her life story and how her thinking about relationships evolved, including cultural transition, sexuality, infidelity, and “relational…7 Jul 2025 · 2 h 12 min · 50 chapters