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• Archive: Topic Areas:WorkshopCategory:Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2009Faculty:Esther Perel, MA, LMFTDuration:1:35:22Format:Audio OnlyOriginal Program Date :May 02, 2009 Description Description: The story of intimacy and sexuality in committed modern couples is one that often tells of dwindling desire and includes a long list of sexual alibis, claiming to explain the inescapable weakening of erotic connection.
• The absence of fantasy, the proliferation of pornography and affairs, as well as a lack of understanding of the nature of erotic desire all contribute to the depression, loneliness and despair.
• In this workshop we will probe the intricacies of love and desire.
• Through case examples and video vignettes, Ms. Perel will introduce innovative strategies for partners to take emotional risks when negotiating their dual needs for connection and autonomy, predictability and passion.
• This model applies to young, old, married and not, heterosexual and same sex couples.