In this episode, Dr. Morgentaler and Dr. Brandon talk about why fewer people are getting into relationships, touching on politics, independence, and the rise of AI as a substitute for real connection.

01:34 – The Impact of Political Differences on Relationships
Dating today feels harder because politics are turning potential partners into enemies before we even get to know them.

09:52 – AI and the Future of Relationships
With AI chatbots offering comfort on demand, more people are turning to screens instead of real human connection—and it’s changing everything.

13:17 – The Importance of Human Connection
Even though relationships take work, nothing replaces the emotional, physical, and soul-level support that comes from being truly seen by another person.

14:51 – Combating Loneliness and Depression
The more we isolate, the more we spiral—loneliness feeds depression, and the only real way out is reaching out to someone who cares.

20:48 – Balancing Masculinity and Femininity in Relationships
For relationships to feel alive and exciting, we need to embrace our differences—strength, softness, backbone, and tenderness all have a place.

With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon

Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7

Find us on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor
LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6
LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513
X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler
X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon

#RelationshipAvoidance #DigitalLoneliness #RealIntimacy