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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.
