On Again/Off Again

Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel by Esther Perel Global Media

Aug 31, 202653:12Society & Culture

This is a classic session of Where Should We Begin? They've been on and off for almost 20 years. While she takes care of his and their child, she wants to know that he's also there for her. He's been battling depression...

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