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Advertisement:propertag.cmd.push(function() { proper_display('tvtropes_mobile_ad_1'); })The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity is the 2017 work of couple's therapist Esther Perel. It is a look at Your Cheating Heart, drawing from real-life stories of her patients, psychology, and cultural analysis.For the short version, see the Ted Talk "Rethinking infidelity ... a talk for anyone who has ever loved". |
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Green-Eyed Monster: Particularly in Anglo-Saxon cultures, jealousy has become politically incorrect. It is both needy and aggressive, making it a vice we cannot admit to. |
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Seduction-Proof Marriage: Deconstructed Trope. One of the major themes of the book is that even a good marriage does not stop the allure of Forbidden Fruit. |
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Secret Relationship |
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Secret Relationship: In the question, "What constitutes cheating?" Esther Perel points to secrecy as one of the cornerstones: |
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A Family Affair: One of the stories relayed is that of a boy who's first love cheated on him with his brother, who he trusted implicitly. |
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Forbidden Fruit: One of the big takeaways is that transgression is part of human nature, and for most the forbidden will always hold an allure. |
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Old Flame: Affairs with exes have a unique allure and a unique pain. |
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