Esther Perel Instagram – Dating today is less about wanting a life together, and more about having experiences that satisfy us and our sense of self, even if it’s temporary. We are always looking for the next best thing. As we shift the focus to ourselves, we become more of a consumer, and as consumers, we are taught to evaluate meticulously. We want to ensure value in our relationships, return on investment, and if or when the value seems to drop, we’re caught asking ourselves if there’s a better deal out there. The concepts explored in Mating in Captivity may be even more true today than when I wrote the book years ago. To explore my cornerstone philosophy and some of my foundational work, visit the link in my bio to check out the book.