Vocal Criticism & Silent Compliments: Family Dynamics | Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel

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On this week's episode of Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel:  She feels abandoned by him, he feels choked by her, and their marriage is at a tipping point. They are a couple so focused on their kids that they have lost their connection and their sense of self. Despite creating a life story where family is the center of everything, they feel completely alone. Can Esther help them write a new story? Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:25 The Couple's Struggles 03:27 Exploring Relationship Strengths 07:38 The Impact of Parenting Styles 11:40 Communication Breakdown 20:25 Family Dynamics and Conflict 21:06 Cultural Differences and Divorce Threats 31:31 Understanding the Triangular Competition 32:32 Family Dynamics and Childhood Memories 35:14 Navigating Resentment and Jealousy 37:53 Balancing Individual Needs and Relationship 40:19 The Importance of Trust and Independence 45:02 Reflecting on Parenting and Control 55:05 Concluding Thoughts and Future Steps About Where Should We Begin?: Every Monday morning, step into the office of iconic psychotherapist Esther Perel and listen in as real people in search of insight bare the raw, intimate, and profound details of their stories. From breakups and open relationships to workplace conflicts and fractures in the family, it’s a place to hear our own stories reflected in the lives of others. About Esther Perel: Psychotherapist, relationship expert, and New York Times bestselling author Esther Perel is recognized as one of today’s most insightful and original voices on modern relationships. Fluent in nine languages, she helms a therapy practice in New York City and serves as an organizational consultant for Fortune 500 companies around the world. Her celebrated TED Talks have garnered more than 40 million views and her bestselling books, Mating in Captivity and The State of Affairs, are global phenomena translated into more than 30 languages. Esther is also the host of the hit podcast Where Should We Begin? which is available on Apple Podcasts. Learn more at EstherPerel.com or by following @EstherPerelOfficial on Instagram.