Couples Therapist Slams The Idea Of “Perfect” Relationships
No relationship is perfect despite what social media leads us to believe, but this therapist has a few tips on how to keep things real. Esther Perel is a couples…
No relationship is perfect despite what social media leads us to believe, but this therapist has a few tips on how to keep things real.
Esther Perel is a couples therapist who believes that the idea of perfect relationships is meant for movie screens only. She gives several pieces of advice on how to achieve the best potential dynamic between you and your partner. A few main tips:
- Lose the idea of "the one"- Esther believes the more you hone in on finding your perfect counterpart, the higher the chances are of you missing out on someone you may stumble upon in your day to day life.
- Cheating isn't always the result of a broken relationship- She states there are numerous reasons people tend to cheat, and that each particular situation will warrant the necessary conversation but not to always assume it is because there is something wrong with the relationship itself.
- Understanding is the key to problem-solving- Ester admits there is no way around fights or tiffs with your significant other when you're in a relationship, but the way it is handled will determine the success. She believes heavily in empathy and understanding the opposing perspective as the main "fix it" methods when arguing.
Find what works for you and your partner, and don't sweat the small stuff!
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