In this heartfelt and honest conversation, Mindi and Jordan open up about the intentional steps they’ve taken over 20 years of marriage to protect their relationship from drifting apart — emotionally, physically, and spiritually. From communication habits to physical boundaries and emotional guardrails, this episode is full of practical, grace-filled wisdom for couples who want to build lasting trust and connection.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: Why this conversation matters
01:10 – The heart behind sharing this episode: humility and honesty
02:00 – “The foxes in the vineyard”: learning to guard your relationship early
04:10 – Discipline in marriage: small habits that create safety
05:00 – Communication guardrails: transparency and honesty
06:10 – Why venting to the opposite sex can create emotional tethering
07:30 – The power of full transparency: no secrets, no deleted messages
08:50 – Physical and situational boundaries that protect closeness
09:45 – Why we never meet alone with the opposite gender
10:50 – Respectful physical boundaries and team dynamics
12:00 – Emotional and spiritual guardrails: guarding your heart (Proverbs 4:23)
12:50 – How to respond when attraction or connection with someone else arises
13:30 – Comparison traps: “The grass is greener where you water it”
14:20 – Choosing friendships that reinforce your marriage values
15:00 – Final encouragement: create intentional marriage habits that last
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