In this week’s powerful episode of Needed Conversations, Ryan and Viktoriya Cole tackle one of the most sensitive issues many couples face: setting healthy boundaries with extended family.

Whether it’s in-laws overstepping, family drama leaking into your marriage, or blurred lines of emotional dependency, learning how to protect the spiritual atmosphere of your home is critical. With biblical examples and personal stories, Ryan and Viktoriya walk you through:

✅ Why "leave and cleave" still matters

✅ How to honor your parents without giving them unlimited access

✅ Creating a united front with your spouse

✅ What to do when family members don’t accept your boundaries

✅ How to protect your marriage from emotional outsourcing

✅ And how acceptance, not just confrontation, can bring peace

Plus, they explore biblical case studies like Abraham & Hagar, Moses & Jethro, and even Jesus’ own family tensions to show how God uses boundaries to build healthy legacy.

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00:00 Introduction to Healthy Boundaries

00:45 Navigating Boundaries with Extended Family

03:19 The Presence Pledge and Social Media Fast

04:29 When Family Crosses the Line

08:43 Practical Tips for Setting Boundaries

20:55 Biblical Examples of Boundaries

28:05 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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