187: Friendships - Cultivating Them & How To Maintain Them For Long Term Connection

The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

Ep. 187: Friendships - Cultivating Them & How To Maintain Them For Long Term Connection

Quote: "Your soul support posse, these are people that lift you up, that light you up, that are going to advocate for you, that want the best for you, and that are willing to also be celebrated as well."


Summary:
Hey, Brave Table fam! Join me in this episode as I share my take on building and keeping real-deal friendships. From moms juggling playdates to busy entrepreneurs glued to their businesses, we talk about the challenges of each. Let's dive into studies on living your best life and on why diverse friendships are key for a killer social life. Get ready for some heartfelt advice on making friendships stick, celebrating the wins, and ditching the ones that simply don't.

In this episode, we talk about...

  • Friendship Fumbles: spilling the tea on why making mom friends at the playground is sometimes like dating
  • Exploring why having a solid crew is like a fountain of youth, according to studies
  • Being intentional about your friendships and why it's a game-changer
  • Sharing insights into the process of letting go of relationships that no longer align with personal values

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  • Follow her on Instagram @neetabhushan.

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Discussion Question:

How do you navigate the balance between the demands of a busy life, whether as a parent or entrepreneur, and the intentional cultivation of deep and meaningful friendships?

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