How do you stay connected as a couple — and as a family — when life is full?

In Episode 102 of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis share how they intentionally protect marriage, family alignment, and connection, even in busy seasons filled with sports, work, parenting, and leadership demands.

They walk through real-life rhythms that help their family stay grounded:

• Why marriage connection must be planned, not assumed
• How setting minimums protects relationships
• Why busy seasons don’t cancel covenant commitments
• How family goals and transparency create peace
• Why kids thrive when they understand the family vision
• What honorable disagreement and quick repair look like

This episode will help you:

• Strengthen your marriage without overwhelm
• Create clarity and alignment in your home
• Build rhythms that prevent burnout
• Model healthy connection for your kids
• Lead your family with intention and faith

🌲 Learn more at https://www.teamredwoods.com/podcast

(00:00) Why Marriage Must Be Intentional in Busy Seasons

(01:43) Defining Family Goals During Heavy Sports Schedules

(04:12) Setting Minimums That Protect Marriage Connection

(05:44) Why Flexibility Prevents Burnout and Resentment

(07:10) What Actually Counts as Quality Couple Time

(08:32) Using Family Trips to Build Long-Term Connection

(10:44) Creating Clear Expectations With Family Goals

(12:28) Teaching Kids to Pair Goals With Effort

(14:33) Helping Kids Build Confidence Through Action

(16:16) Final Encouragement on Family Alignment