Do you feel like people know the true you?
If your answer is no, know that you’re not alone. Many people feel that their friends, family, and co-workers don’t know them well or at all.
By many people, I mean 2 out of 3 of working adults say that they are lonely. If they feel lonely, they probably don’t have many people in their life that know their true personality.
Do people know you? Read More »
Many people are scared of being vulnerable with others. It can be terrifying to show your true self. There’s so much fear of being judged, being a burden, looking silly, or getting rejected. If this is how you feel, too, it’s understandable.
My own fears kept me from opening up to friends about how I felt or even what hobbies I enjoyed. Many of you know that I was scared to tell anyone that I am a Reiki healer and clairvoyant for years. It felt like a secret that only a select few in my circle knew about me, and even then, I barely spoke about it.
Being Brave Challenge: Vulnerability Read More »
In this story, you’ll hear about my friend “Jane” and her obstacles with health issues and loneliness. I’ll also share 3 things she did to build better connection with friends; these are tips you can use in your life as well.
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As humans, we are hardwired for connection. We all want people that we can do life together with and feel supported when things get challenging.
61% of U.S. adults say having close friends is extremely or very important for people to live a fulfilling life, according to this article.
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ou’ve probably realized that it is difficult to meet friends at random. So, if you really want to find the good ones, you need to get intentional. Take charge of your life and put yourself in places where these kinds of people might hang out. Check out the list below for inspiration.
8 Places to Meet Potential Friends Read More »
You may desire to have good friends in your life, but have you ever thought about what that really means? What does it look like to have a good, true friend?
7 Characteristics of a Good Friend Read More »
Let’s talk about how to identify if a friendship is right for you.
Sometimes the truth is scary, and you may think you don’t want to know if you are hanging out with the wrong friends. But what if I told you that…
….by holding on to friends that aren’t a good fit, these relationships can sometimes be detrimental to your confidence, mental health, and even keep you from finding true happiness?
Is this the right friend for you? Read More »
Have you ever hidden parts of yourself from your friends? Things like your hobbies, your interests, your opinions?
Being a Friendship Chameleon Read More »
Here’s a quick story about how an unlikely friends group developed out of a book club, and tips to find your own supportive community like this.
What comes to your mind when you think about book clubs?
Typically, I think of them as an okay way to meet people, but also pretty low-bar. Like, how can you really know someone well by reading a book with them?
Finding Joy in an Unlikely Friendship Read More »
What is something that weighs on you? Have you found any solace in doing things different in the future?
Today I will tell you a story about the loss of a friend and how the guilt and regret from it became a pivotal learning lesson.
Learning from Regret Read More »
Have you ever been around someone who:
Seems really fun and cool
Is nice to others
Shares your interests and hobbies
…but despite all of this, you don’t enjoy being around them?
Looks Good on Paper Read More »
Make a good friend at work, leave job, lose friend.
There’s a simple explanation for why this happens, but we don’t always realize it in the moment. Sometimes this loss hurts a lot, but understanding why can help you move through and find new friends that will stand the test of time.
Why Don’t Work Friendships Last? Read More »
There are many reasons why people might become friends, but actually keeping a friend requires more than just proclaiming it. The qualities that I’ve come to recognize in long-lasting friendships are this Friendship Stickiness Checkist
What Makes a Friendship Stick? Read More »
Are you starting over in a new community and are struggling to meet good friends FAST? Connecting with people is harder than ever now, and finding the deep, real friendships is also a marathon.
The Marathon of Making New Friends Read More »
We hear this word “authentic” being thrown a lot lately, but do you ever take time to think about what it really means? I’ve been contemplating my friendships a lot lately and how people show up in relationships. Most specifically, how safe I feel with them to really put out my true feelings and emotions.
Do You Have an Authentic Friend? Read More »