0:00 – Welcome Back & A Quick Recap
Josh and Ali dive right in with the backstory behind their whirlwind love story—five days dating, seven weeks to marriage, sixteen years and four kids later.

1:35 – Why Making Time to Connect Matters
The heart of this episode: why weekly connection (even in short bursts) can radically shift the tone of your marriage.

3:10 – Shared Activities, Even If It’s Not Your Thing
Josh talks about finally saying yes to Ali’s workouts—and the surprising joy of trying something new (even when you don’t love it).

5:45 – Morning Gym Dates & Small Changes That Matter
They share how even 15 minutes together in the morning has created intimacy and consistency during a busy season.

7:08 – Boundaries, Kids, and Mandatory Date Nights
No phones, no kids, no finances. Just undistracted time with each other. The simple rule that saved their connection.

9:45 – Real Talk: Where This All Started
Ali shares the bold moment a friend called her out and told her she’d be divorced if not for Joshua—and how public date nights started that very week.

11:20 – Don’t Wait for a Crisis to Create a Rhythm
How they’ve built sustainable rhythms that bless their marriage (and their parenting)—and why boundaries are the blessing.

13:50 – Set the Standard for Your Kids
Your kids are watching. Ali and Josh share how their littlest, Jake, responds to their date nights—and how it models love, consistency, and joy.

15:15 – Call to Action: Start Now
Pick a day. Set it. Stick to it. Even six weeks of consistency will transform the way you love, listen, and show up for each other.

17:00 – Final Encouragement & Outro
Why this one simple strategy can change everything—and how to invite God into your rhythms and relationship.

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