Can Opening Your Marriage Make It Stronger? Sex Therapist Explains

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 In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about consensual non-monogamy and how couples can safely explore open relationships through trust, communication, and clear boundaries. 00:00 Swinger Question Setup — A long-married couple asks whether exploring consensual non-monogamy could work for them. 01:28 Monogamy Myths and Primate Nature — The hosts challenge cultural assumptions that monogamy is the only natural relationship structure. 07:01 How to Explore CNM Safely — Adult couples should begin from a strong relationship with mutual consent, honest communication, and clear boundaries. 12:59 The Monogamy Myth — Monogamy is not automatically risk-free, making ongoing communication essential in every relationship. 18:02 Research on Openness — The hosts discuss research examining who is more receptive to consensual non-monogamy. 24:21 Practical Next Steps — They recommend researching carefully, listening to both partners, moving slowly, and respecting any decision to stop. #consensualnonmonogamy #healthyrelationships #opencommunication