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The Changing Role of Work and Relationships in Modern Society
12:39 - 27:13 (14:34)
Work and relationships have taken on greater significance in modern society, with people expecting more from them than ever before. Soft skills like emotional and relational intelligence have become highly valued in the workplace and identities are increasingly tied to one's job.
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In this episode, Esther Perel explores the differences between the strict societal structures of the past and the more flexible and negotiable ones of the present.
12:39 - 15:41 (03:02)
Summary
In this episode, Esther Perel explores the differences between the strict societal structures of the past and the more flexible and negotiable ones of the present. She points out how network societies provide a greater sense of individual freedom but may also contribute to a lack of community cohesion.
ChapterThe Changing Role of Work and Relationships in Modern Society
Episode929 Esther Perel: The Quality of Your Relationships Determines the Quality of Your Life
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Our focus on the self has never been greater and we are constantly trying to protect and improve it, leading to a fragile and obsessive self-centric thinking.
15:42 - 19:33 (03:51)
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Our focus on the self has never been greater and we are constantly trying to protect and improve it, leading to a fragile and obsessive self-centric thinking. This mindset has led to high expectations of love and work, viewing them as transformative, purposeful and identity-building.
ChapterThe Changing Role of Work and Relationships in Modern Society
Episode929 Esther Perel: The Quality of Your Relationships Determines the Quality of Your Life
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Soft skills such as emotional and relational skills are now more important than ever in the workplace.
19:34 - 27:13 (07:38)
Summary
Soft skills such as emotional and relational skills are now more important than ever in the workplace. Author Esther Perel discusses the concept of creative relationships and the importance of taking risks and doing new things with an intimate partner.