Still Want Sex… Just Not With Your Partner? Sex Therapist Explains Why (And What To Do About It)

In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about what it means when you still want sex—but not with your partner—and how honesty, biology, and effort can help bring the spark back. 02:21 – The Monogamy Problem Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler explain how our biology craves variety, making lifelong monogamy a challenge for many couples. 06:36 – Revitalizing Desire in Relationships Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler explain that rebuilding desire takes honesty, effort, and a willingness from both partners to grow. 13:26 – Engaging in Relationship Activities They encourage couples to do fun, shared activities together to strengthen their emotional and physical connection. 15:48 – Understanding Mammalian Sexual Behavior Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler explain how human sexuality is driven by primal instincts—and how couples can tap into that to reignite intimacy. 20:30 – Addressing Sexual Disinterest and Jealousy They explore how disinterest can shift when partners communicate clearly—and even how jealousy can help spark desire again. 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 #SexlessMarriages #RekindlingDesire #CommunicationInRelationships