Mating

Mating in Captivity: Why Safety Kills Desire

Esther Perel reveals how the illusion of safety chokes erotic energy. Explore eight truths about why predictability often extinguishes long-term desire.

Jul 10, 2026

Sofia Reyes 17 min read

Desire Needs Distance: Mating in Captivity Revisited

Twenty years later, Esther Perel shows how distance fuels desire. Learn to manage the tension between safety and adventure in long-term bonds.

Jun 22, 2026

Sofia Reyes 16 min read