Mind Hacks: Esther PerelMind Hacks: Esther Perel
All In The Mind
Introducing All in the Mind's little sister: Mind Hacks. Each week, we'll bring you bonus content with special guests, featuring rapid fire questions about their mental health tips and pet peeves. It's like a psychology version of eff, marry kill! Kicking off our first episode is none other than Esther Perel. What mental health advice would she avoid at all costs? We're going to test this format out over the next few weeks, so let us know what you think, or if there's a guest you'd like us to invite back on the program for Mind Hacks. As always, you can reach us on allinthemind@abc.net.au And don't worry, regular All in the Mind episodes will keep dropping every Sunday. Guest: Esther Perel Psychotherapist and couples therapist Author, The State of Affairs and Mating in Captivity Host, Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel Credits: Presenter/producer: Sana Qadar Senior producer: James Bullen Producer: Rose Kerr Sound engineer: Michael Grossman You can catch up on more episodes of the All in the Mind podcast with journalist and presenter Sana Qadar, exploring the psychology of topics like stress, memory, communication and relationships on ABC Listen or wherever you get your podcasts.
7:10•5 Mar 2026
Mind Hacks with Esther Perel: Laughter, Love, and Mental Health
Episode Overview
- Humour is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships.
- Transparency should be balanced with empathy and tact.
- Articulating feelings helps manage stress in uncertain times.
- Understand multiple realities without being judgemental.
- Avoid seeking immediate advice for complex decisions.
“"If a couple can no longer laugh, that is often when you know that there isn't much left."”
How do individuals turn their lives around after addiction? In this debut episode of Mind Hacks, Sana Kadar sits down with the renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel to unravel the complexities of mental health. Esther shares her personal 'love, hate, avoid' strategies, giving listeners a candid glimpse into her mental wellness toolkit. The conversation is peppered with humour and honesty, highlighting the importance of laughter in relationships.
Esther emphasises that while transparency is key, it should be tempered with empathy and tact. She also reflects on the overwhelming uncertainty many face today and offers insights into articulating these feelings to navigate stress. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the misconceptions about her work, where Esther stresses the value of understanding multiple realities without succumbing to judgement. This episode is a refreshing take on mental health, filled with practical advice and introspective moments.
If you're curious about what makes a recovery story truly inspiring or how to manage life's stressors with grace, this conversation is a must-listen. Dive into this engaging dialogue and perhaps find your own mental health hack along the way.
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