Friendship University Podcast

Friendship University Podcast
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Welcome to Friendship University! A weekly podcast that explores how to create, develop, and maintain the lost art of friendship because friends are worth fighting for. So, let's fight! You can find us at: https://www.friendshipuniversitypodcast.com/ TikTok: @frndsu Instagram/Facebook: @frndsu_pod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FrndsU Substack: https://substack.com/@frndsu?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page Email: info@friendshipuniversitypodcast.com

  1. How To Know When To Let Go

    Jun 5

    How To Know When To Let Go

    What do you do when someone you love keeps making the same mistakes? When you've given the advice, had the hard conversations, prayed for them, and tried everything you know to do but they still choose a different path? In this episode of the Friendship University Podcast, we're exploring one of the hardest parts of friendship: learning when to let go of the need to control someone else's decisions. We discuss: The difference between helping and controllingWhy love requires boundariesHow to support a friend without trying to save themWhat it means to trust God with the people you care aboutWhy consequences are sometimes part of the learning processHow to continue loving someone while allowing them to make their own choicesThrough biblical examples including Saul's transformation into Paul, the children of Israel demanding a king, and the story of the Prodigal Son, we explore how God gives us free will and what we can learn from His example when our friends choose a path we wouldn't choose for them. Key Takeaway: Letting go doesn't mean you stop caring. Sometimes it means trusting God to do what you cannot. 🎓 Homework: Core Belief Work Finish these three sentences: If I don't help/control, then ______.That belief might not be true because ______.A healthier belief is ______. This exercise will help you identify where you're carrying responsibility that was never yours to carry. If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who may be struggling to let go and trust God's process. #FriendshipFridays #FRNDSU #HealthyFriendships #FaithJourney

    56 min
  2. The Accountability Trick That Changed My Entire Life

    May 22

    The Accountability Trick That Changed My Entire Life

    Everybody says they want accountability… until accountability actually shows up. In this episode of the Friendship University Podcast , we’re unpacking what accountability really is, why so many people avoid it, and how the right people can completely change the direction of your life. Through real stories, friendship dynamics, biblical examples, and practical wisdom, we discuss: Why accountability often feels offensiveThe difference between accountability and controlHow real friends challenge you to growWhy comfort can keep you stuckThe danger of surrounding yourself with “yes men”How accountability partners help shape your future We also explore the importance of choosing friendships that sharpen, support, and develop you; not just comfort you. Key takeaway: Accountability doesn’t exist to shame you... it exists to help you become who you said you wanted to be. 📝 This Week’s Homework: Catch Yourself in the MomentThis week, notice when you: Make excusesShift blameAvoid responsibilityWrite down: The excuseThe accountability responseExample:❌ “It wasn’t my fault because the instructions were confusing.”✅ “Even though the instructions were confusing, I take responsibility for not asking for help.” If this episode helped you, send it to someone who’s serious about growth 🤍 #FriendshipFridays #FRNDSU #Accountability #PersonalGrowth

    1 hr
  3. How To Start Over When You Feel Completely Lost

    May 8

    How To Start Over When You Feel Completely Lost

    Have you ever felt like everything in your life fell apart… and you didn’t know where to begin again? In this episode of the Friendship University Podcast , we’re talking about what it really means to start over, not the highlight reel version, but the uncomfortable, uncertain, and sometimes painful reality of it. We unpack: What starting over actually looks like in real lifeWhy losing what’s familiar can feel like losing yourselfThe role of faith, identity, and obedience in rebuilding your lifeHow to let go of what’s no longer workingWhy isolation and change may be part of your growth processThrough real-life perspective and biblical insight, we explore how God uses seasons of loss, transition, and uncertainty to prepare you for what’s next. Reminder: You’re not losing your life... you’re being repositioned. 🎓 Homework: Define your Minimum Life: Identify the 3 most important areas of your life right nowCreate a simple, achievable version of success for eachAlign it with what God says about those areasIf this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who’s in a transition season 🤍Because starting over doesn’t mean starting from nothing... it means starting with experience.

    1 hr
  4. The Truth About Jealousy & How To Handle It

    Apr 24

    The Truth About Jealousy & How To Handle It

    Jealousy is something most people don’t like to admit but it shows up more often than we think, especially in close relationships. In this episode, we’re unpacking the truth about jealousy: where it comes from, how it affects your thoughts and behavior, and what it takes to overcome it. Through real-life examples and biblical insight, we explore how jealousy is often rooted in dissatisfaction, comparison, and unaddressed internal struggles and how ignoring it can lead to division, distance, and regret in your friendships. We discuss: The difference between jealousy and envyHow comparison impacts your relationshipsWhy jealousy is more than just a feelingThe role of mindset, identity, and purposePractical steps to confront and overcome jealousyReminder: You don’t need what someone else has... you need to understand what’s been assigned to you. 🎓 Homework: Try a Daily Comparison Detox |track your comparisons, reframe your thoughts, and refocus on your own path.

    1h 12m
  5. How To Balance Life & Friendships

    Apr 17

    How To Balance Life & Friendships

    Balancing life and friendships isn’t as easy as it used to be. As life changes, friendships can start to feel different... one friend is getting married, another is having kids, and someone else is still figuring things out. So how do you stay connected when everyone is on different timelines? In this episode, Christan and Tarrah talk about navigating evolving priorities, managing feelings of being “left behind,” and learning how to support your friends without comparison or resentment. Key takeaway: You don’t have to be on the same timeline to maintain a strong, healthy friendship. 🎓 Homework: Create your Friendship Map identify what season each of your close friends is in, where you feel disconnected, and how you can intentionally reconnect.

    1h 6m
  6. Grief Almost Destroyed My Friendship… Until This Happened

    Apr 10

    Grief Almost Destroyed My Friendship… Until This Happened

    In this Season 6 premiere, we’re diving into how grief can silently create distance in friendships and what it takes to repair and strengthen those relationships. We talk about: Why people avoid grieving friendsHow grief changes peopleWhat NOT to sayAnd how to support someone without trying to fix themReminder: Presence > perfection. 🎓 Homework: Build your Safe Support List and reflect on how you show up for others. Visit our Linktree!

    1h 13m
  7. The Psychology Behind Why We Refuse Help

    Mar 6

    The Psychology Behind Why We Refuse Help

    "You aren't getting a cookie for doing it all by yourself." In this lesson, Christan and Tarrah tackle the trope of the "Strong Friend" and the dangerous myth of self-sufficiency. Learn why receiving is a skill you have to practice and how to start building trust in small, low-risk ways. In this lecture: Friendship Court: A ruling on the "silent signals" we send when we actually need to use our words. The Artist Corner: Why Healing Hobbies are the secret to "untrashing" your mental health in 2026. The Lesson: Breaking the cycle of hyper-independence. We explore the fear of disappointment and the "inner vows" we make that keep us stuck. The Solution: How to relinquish control and start building "proof" that people can actually show up for you. Weekly Homework: Complete the "One Small Ask" challenge. Practice being supported so you can stop surviving and start thriving. Class Dismissed! If you're ready to share the weight, leave us a 5-star review! Peace!

    46 min
  8. What I Learned About Real Friendship

    Feb 27

    What I Learned About Real Friendship

    "Your friends are not mind readers. Give them a fighting chance." In this lecture, Christan and Tarrah tackle the dangerous habit of silent scorekeeping. Learn why "If they loved me, they'd know" is a lie that ruins good connections and how to start "onboarding" your friends for success. In this lecture: Friendship Court: A ruling on the "unreasonable expectation" of life-altering support. ⚖️ The Artist Corner: Why chasing your Dream is the ultimate life-decluttering tool. 🚀 The Lesson: The difference between a standard (what you need to be safe) and an expectation (how you assume someone should behave without being told). The Solution: Why training your friends is actually an act of love. Class Dismissed! If you're ready for clarity over confusion, leave us a 5-star review! Peace!

    44 min
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Welcome to Friendship University! A weekly podcast that explores how to create, develop, and maintain the lost art of friendship because friends are worth fighting for. So, let's fight! You can find us at: https://www.friendshipuniversitypodcast.com/ TikTok: @frndsu Instagram/Facebook: @frndsu_pod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FrndsU Substack: https://substack.com/@frndsu?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page Email: info@friendshipuniversitypodcast.com

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  • Creator
    Friendship University Podcast
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    162
  • Rating
    Clean
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