Understanding Long-Term Desire in Relationships

The transcript discusses Esther Perel's TED talk on maintaining desire in long-term relationships. Perel suggests that attraction is enhanced when partners are seen as self-sustaining individuals, not just as halves of a whole. She emphasizes the importance of creating space in relationships to maintain passion and desire. The talk is recommended for those seeking to understand and improve long-term relationship dynamics.

Who is the author of 'Mating in Captivity'?

• Elizabeth Gilbert

• Simon Sinek

• Brené Brown

• Esther Perel

What is the main topic of Esther Perel's TED talk?

• The role of financial stability in relationships

• The benefits of shared hobbies

• The secret to desire in long-term relationships

• The importance of communication

What is often referred to as the 'Holy Grail' in relationships?

• Long-term desire

• Falling in love

• The honeymoon period

• Routine

What is a common experience in the early stages of a relationship?

• Routine

• Falling in love

• Conflict resolution

• Financial planning

According to Esther Perel, when are people most drawn to their partners?

• When they see their partner as a self-sustaining entity

• When they share common interests

• During the honeymoon phase

• When they spend a lot of time together

What did Esther Perel find when she asked couples about attraction?

• They found their partner most attractive when they were seen as a self-sustaining entity

• They found their partner most attractive when they were happy

• They found their partner most attractive when they were wealthy

• They found their partner most attractive when they were similar

What does Esther Perel suggest is necessary for attraction?

• Constant communication

• A kind of distance

• Financial stability

• Shared hobbies

What does Esther Perel believe is necessary for desire?

• Financial security

• A kind of distance

• Shared goals

• Constant attention

How can we reclaim the 'crossing over' in relationships?

• By sharing responsibilities

• By spending more time together

• By creating space between partners

• By going on vacations

What is one way to fully appreciate a partner according to Esther Perel?

• By seeing them as a self-sustaining entity

• By spending all your time with them

• By sharing all responsibilities

• By having the same hobbies