Chapter
Nurturing your Desire
31:01 - 39:24 (08:22)
Staying curious and engaged with your partner is important for the relationship to thrive, as it is a space of exploration, discovery and it allows desire to continue thriving. It takes intentionality, attention and care to remain curious about your partner and see them as a person, not only as your partner.
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Maintaining curiosity and interest in your partner is essential for longevity in the relationship.
31:01 - 33:59 (02:57)
Summary
Maintaining curiosity and interest in your partner is essential for longevity in the relationship. A combination of empathy and responsibility is important to build a strong foundation.
ChapterNurturing your Desire
Episode#271: Intimacy, Emotional Baggage, Relationship Longevity, and More - Esther Perel
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
This podcast episode discusses the importance of balancing togetherness and separateness in relationships, allowing for individuality and self-expression within the couple dynamic.
34:00 - 35:55 (01:55)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the importance of balancing togetherness and separateness in relationships, allowing for individuality and self-expression within the couple dynamic.
ChapterNurturing your Desire
Episode#271: Intimacy, Emotional Baggage, Relationship Longevity, and More - Esther Perel
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The willingness to experience vulnerability and uncertainty can bring aliveness and vitality to romantic relationships.
35:56 - 39:24 (03:28)
Summary
The willingness to experience vulnerability and uncertainty can bring aliveness and vitality to romantic relationships. Engaging in new experiences outside of the comfort zone can breed new cells and bring new energy to the relationship, as opposed to simply going through the motions of bare minimum romance.