Episode 7: The Importance Of Friendship

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Episode 7. The Importance of Friendship

Tags: #friendship #belonging #authenticconnection

The conversation explores how the loneliness epidemic is a reminder of the importance of friendship among women. It discusses the importance of prioritizing friendships and the challenges that come with maintaining them. The hosts delve into the reasons why women may not prioritize friendships, and the distinction between fitting in and belonging. The conversation also touches on the role of social media in outsourcing friendships and the experiences of forming new tribes in different communities. They also touch on the idea that true friendship gives joy, energy, and creativity, and the subconscious concern that friendships may not contribute to productivity. The conversation concludes with the importance of being more demanding in friendships and the desire for authentic connection.

In This Episode:

• The loneliness epidemic is an urgent health issue that can have severe impacts on physical and mental health.
• There are many asterisks in life that prevent women from prioritizing friendships.
• Fitting in is about external validation and conforming to social norms, while belonging is about self-acceptance and embracing one's worth.
• Do we use social media to “outsource” friendships?
• How do “tribes” come to be?
• We need to accept that friendships change over time, but the love and connection can remain.
• How intentional are you in your friendships?

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Resources:

• Surgeon Generals Advisory: https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/surgeon-general-social-connection-advisory.pdf
• Learn more about Brandee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandee-justus/
• Learn more about Sarah: sarahciavarri.com
• Learn more about Jena: jenakinney.com

Also:

Sarah is launching a peer support group titled, “Leading with Heart: Support for New Women Leaders in Healthcare.”
Description: Transitioning to a leadership role brings excitement and challenges. For women in healthcare, eldercare, and non-profit organizations, navigating the shift from colleague to supervisor can be daunting, especially when leading teams for the first time. This bi-weekly virtual peer support group offers a space to explore the intricacies of management, share experiences, and develop essential leadership skills with empathy and accountability at the core. To learn more click: Leading With Heart: Support for New Women Leaders in Healthcare.

Credits:

Production: Samuel Cunningham- [e-mail]

Music: I Have A Dream by Gvidon