Finding Your People: Redefining and Navigating Adult Friendships
“Usually when we have those rock hard trauma or survival techniques. It came from a place of fear and not a place of fact or love. And so I can definitely say that when I'm able to lean into that vulnerability and let go of that story that I'm telling myself, it never ricochets and I don't regret having conversations where I share myself with people.”
— Fatima
In a world where connectivity paradoxically coexists with loneliness, our latest episode dives deep into the challenges of adult friendships. Join hosts Fatima, Grace, and Liz as they explore everything from creating and maintaining meaningful connections, redefining identities through different life stages, and creating a balance between inner circles and acquaintances.
Discover practical tips to:
step out of your comfort zone
trust divine timing
embrace the power of vulnerability.
Tune in to this candid conversation about the importance of adult friendships and how they enrich our lives.
Enjoy!
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Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to Coffee Break: A Journey of Self-Discovery
00:41 Introducing the Hosts: Stories of Change and Connection
04:52 The Power of Adult Friendships: Navigating Post-Pandemic Life
09:47 Unpacking the Loneliness Epidemic: Insights and Statistics
18:46 Embracing Vulnerability: The Key to Forming New Friendships
26:08 Finding Community and Connection: Practical Solutions
34:50 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps
Quotes from this episode
“Usually when we have those rock hard trauma or survival techniques. It came from a place of fear and not a place of fact or love. And so I can definitely say that when I'm able to lean into that vulnerability and let go of that story that I'm telling myself, it never ricochets and I don't regret having conversations where I share myself with people.”
— Fatima
“Sometimes when you take that risk and you share something that you went through that was really difficult and really personal to you, I've found that sometimes it can open up a whole new layer of friendship with somebody or they're going through something similar that you would have had no idea about if you didn't bring it up.”
— Grace
“If you really care about people and their life story, their experience, you'll naturally want to ask questions. And so tuning into their responses, asking follow up questions, and being, just being present with them is such a great way to show that other person that you're open and that you care about them as a person.”
— Liz
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