Affairs are the ultimate betrayal of trust — but according to relationship therapist Esther Perel, they’re more complicated than you might think. Here’s what drives infidelity and how to move forward from it: http://t.ted.com/jyR0Rqn | TED

Esther Perel redefines divorce as transformation, not failure, and says love ending doesn’t erase years of connection and growth. | Lewis Howes

On this week's episode of the podcast: Their marriage was turbulent and the divorce is now two years behind her—but she still can’t let him go. Torn between the part of her that knows it was unhealthy and the part that still longs for him, she’s preparing to see her ex again, keeping it a secret from everyone—including her therapist. Watch the full podcast now: https://youtu.be/ZgtC_lbGY6U | Esther Perel

Am I being gaslit by my partner or am I being oversensitive? The question itself reveals so much. If you are constantly questioning and doubting yourself, then you know something's not right. Hear more about this episode on gaslighting and other episodes on my podcast Where Should We Begin?, which has now returned with a new season under The Vox Media Podcast Network. Tune in on Apple Podcasts and subscribe today. | Esther Perel

Earlier this month, I sat down with Dan Harris on the Ten Percent Happier podcast to talk about the "One Thing That Will Improve the Quality of Your Life." Listen to the full episode through the link below. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/esther-perel-on-the-one-thing-that-will-improve/id1087147821?i=1000639230558 | Esther Perel

Season 2 of Where Should We Begin has come to Apple Podcasts! In Episode 1, we meet a couple who came to me not because of a challenge they faced in their relationship, but rather within their family ecosystem. Step into my office with a new episode every Friday, available on Apple Podcasts. Tap *subscribe* to get notified when a new episode becomes available. https://apple.co/2rAByer #WhereShouldWeBegin | Esther Perel