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The secret to desire in a long-term relationship

Esther Perel · TED

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In long-term relationships, we often expect our beloved to be both best friend and erotic partner. But as Esther Perel argues, good and committed sex draws on two conflicting needs: our need for security and our need for surprise. So how do you sustain desire? With wit and eloquence, Perel lets us in on the mystery of erotic intelligence.

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TED
Department
TEDSalon NY2013
Speaker
Esther Perel
Year
2013
Level
For everyone
Language
English
Source
TED
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