The State of Affairs: Esther Perel on Modern Relationships

Chapter 1 Introduction and Background of The State of Affairs <p>"The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity" is a book written by Esther Perel, an acclaimed Belgian-born psychotherapist, speaker, and author, primarily known for her work on human relationships. Having been published in 2017, this book delves into the complex subject of infidelity, offering insights into why people cheat, and how marriages can potentially heal from such breaches of trust.</p> <p>Esther Perel's background significantly influences her perspective and methodology presented in the book. Born in 1958 to Polish Holocaust survivors in Antwerp, Belgium, Perel grew up in a multicultural environment where...