Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Psychotherapist Esther Perel explores the concept of object constancy—a cornerstone of human relationships and emotional well-being. Drawing on developmental psychology, she explains how early games like peekaboo teach us that connection and trust endure, even when someone isn’t physically present.
Through her reflections, Esther sheds light on how this idea shapes our ability to build relationships, manage distance, and feel secure in the knowledge that we are never truly alone.
How has the idea of trust shaped your most important relationships?
Share your thoughts in the comments!
Psychotherapist Esther Perel explores the concept of object constancy—a cornerstone of human relationships and emotional well-being. Drawing on developmental psychology, she explains how early games like peekaboo teach us that connection and trust endure, even when someone isn’t physically present.
Through her reflections, Esther sheds light on how this idea shapes our ability to build relationships, manage distance, and feel secure in the knowledge that we are never truly alone.
How has the idea of trust shaped your most important relationships?
Share your thoughts in the comments!
