Mating in Captivity

Ever wonder why the passion in your long-term relationship has faded, even when you still love your partner? Discover how to reignite the spark and bring desire back into your committed relationship by embracing the paradoxical nature of intimacy and eroticism. Therapist Esther Perel reveals that the very things that build a stable, loving partnership—like security, routine, and closeness—can stifle erotic desire. You'll learn the secrets to creating emotional distance and mystery, even with the person you know best, transforming your comfortable bond back into an exciting and passionate connection.

Esther Perel is a renowned Belgian-American psychotherapist and one of the world's most original and insightful voices on modern relationships, listened to by millions via her podcast, Where Should We Begin?. The daughter of two Holocaust survivors, Perel's unique perspective on human resilience, freedom, and desire was shaped by her upbringing. This background informs her groundbreaking exploration of the tension between domesticity and erotic desire, offering a new vocabulary for couples navigating the complexities of long-term intimacy.