When sexual intimacy fades in marriage, emotional disconnection, insecurity, and resentment can quietly take root. In this episode, Justin and Joy unpack the five damaging effects that surface when intimacy is neglected, from communication breakdowns to increased vulnerability to outside temptations. With honesty and wisdom from two decades of marriage, they encourage couples to prioritize intentional connection, open dialogue, and healing to protect and strengthen their relationship. *******************Felon. Dropout. Drug addict. Alcoholic. Justin Ford drank water out of a toilet in jail. If anyone shouldn't be successful, it's him.Today, Justin is a top 1% ICON agent with eXp Realty, National Agent of the Year, author, speaker, coach, husband, dad, and grandpa living in Metro Detroit. His message is simple: it doesn't matter how you start. What matters is how you finish.On the Justin Ford Podcast, Justin and Joy share real principles on faith, family, marriage, finances, real estate, and everything in between. No filter. No fluff. Just the truth.👇 SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode. 🔗 CONNECT WITH JUSTINInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjustinfordFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theofficialjustinford/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH JUSTIN AND JOYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjoyford/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justinandjoyford 📩 BOOKINGS AND INQUIRIES Speaking engagements, interviews, or podcast topics: [email protected] 🏠 THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY NEXTDOOR LENDING.A team of professionals who believe everyone deserves to be treated like a neighbor. Over 150 years of combined experience, licensed in 26+ states, and over 1,000 five-star reviews. 📞 888-885-3667 🌐 www.nextdoorlending.com