On the first episode of season 3 about friendship I talk a little about how you and everyone around us are so very diverse. Our needs and desires in a friendship are different (besides the obvious traits such as trust, honesty etc.)  Some seek deeper family like connection, some  don't and some just need a basic friendly acquaintance to fulfill their social world.  And all of this is ok. 
Yes. I believe in my core that life is more beautiful and fulfilling when we do life with each other while seeking meaning connections but the reality is in some cases it's not practical for everyone OR the whole friendship making  or keeping game is still new and uncomfortable.  
But I think it all starts with asking yourself one little question...well maybe two.

1.) What am I desiring or need in my current friendships or new ones in the time of my life. 

2.) Expectations of others. What are my expectations? Are they practical, simple or do you have such high expectations of your friend's that it's no wonder why things are one sided?

We are all humans just trying to figure things out but when it comes to figuring out life with different types of folks we want to invite into our lives things can get kind of complicated BUT it doesn't have to.

Follow the podcast Instagram so I can hear your very vital feedback on your friendships and  answers to my questions on all things connection. 

@itsaboutthe.connection 

After returning to California from a lovely life in the U. K. in the beginning of 2021 I was back in my home turf reconnecting with old relationships. The whole year I was unexpectedly  being taught new lessons and understandings on friendships on a whole new level.
 I have always had a love for people and my relationships but wow did I gain a fresh perspective on the importance of friendships/connections in our lives and I am so grateful to share my experiences with you. And it's important to toss some very vital data and research in the mix!
In this season expect topics on:
-Self-compassion (it's start with loving YOURSELF first before being a good friend to others)
-Engaging in healthy conflicts
-Long Distance Friendships
-Why it's harder to make friends in your 30s
-Conversations with my most dearest of pals
And sooo much MORE.

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A poem from @yung_pueblo ( find him on Instagram for more connection poems)

Signs of a deep friend connection:

laughter is abundant 
honesty is encouraged 
vulnerability is welcomed
support is real and active
you can put your guard down
you inspire each other to grow
you give each other good advice 
they help during times of struggle
both of you feel stronger together

This is the last conversation of season 2 and it's exactly that.  A conversation. It wasn't prepared, there is no theme or topic. Just two chicks who met while volunteering at Brighton and Hove emergency Food hub in the U.K. 
Kristin shares a little about her life growing up in Germany, finding a career as a flight attendant and how she no longer allows shame to hold her captive. In 2020 Kristin went through a tragic loss of a family member and got through it with the help of her close connections and some unexpected connections...
Our conversation was short and sweet but full of little gems to take away. My hope is that we all find the motivation to get to know one another on different levels. To spark up conversations with the person you've been trying to get to know allowing the fruit of our lives to shine through while we connect through our openness.