Friendship IRL

Alex Alexander
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Friendship IRL

Ever noticed how much we talk about romantic, family, and parent-child relationships, while friendships often get the silent treatment?Welcome to "Friendship IRL," the Podcast where we dive deep into what's working (and what isn't) in our friendships. Think of our episodes as a coffee date with your closest pal, filled with real stories that'll make you nod and say, "Yep, been there!" And here's the kicker – we're not stopping at stories.  Get ready for practical advice you can actually use to supercharge your own friendships. By the end of each episode, you won't just be nodding at the familiar stories – you'll be all set to take action and nurture those meaningful friendships. Eager to uncover what it truly takes to cultivate connections through life's twists and turns? Come join the Friendship IRL community – let's explore the path to more authentic friendships together. Take the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Alex on Instagram (@itsalexalexander) or Tiktok (@itsalexalexander), or send her a voice message directly with all your friendship thoughts, problems, and triumphs by heading to AlexAlex.chat and hitting record. New episodes release weekly on Thursdays. 

  1. 1 天前

    Navigating Friendship Through Chronic Illness

    This episode, about navigating friendship through chronic illness, is deeply personal to me.In last week’s episode, I shared about my own recent health issues, but I think this information is good to have no matter your situation. Chances are, chronic illness will impact somebody in your life in your lifetime.Today’s guest is Catherine, a business coach, founder of Catherine LifeDesign, and a survivor of chronic illness. Here, Catherine shares about her “perfect storm” of life events – includ...

    1 小時

  2. 10月17日

    Celebrating 100 Episodes – Plus, an Extensive Look at the Wheel of Connection

    This whole podcast was only a dream a couple years ago, and here we are now with 100 episodes. Thank you for being here, for listening, and for sharing these conversations with your friends.In this episode, I share some life updates and talk intensely about the Wheel of Connection (view this visual diagram!), which is a foundational concept to my work. I give an overview about each of the categories, and at the end of the episode, I talk about how to do a basic Wheel of Connection audit. ...

    1 小時 4 分鐘

  3. 10月10日

    Is Individualism Costing Us More Than We Realize?

    Individualism is woven so deeply into the fabric of American culture that sometimes we don’t even notice it. But what if this cornerstone of our culture is costing us more than we realize?Today’s guest is James F. Richardson, a cultural anthropologist who spent two decades studying American society – which included living a more communal life in South India for three years. His new book, Our Worst Strength, challenges our approach to individualism as a way of life.I read the book, and it was ...

    1 小時 2 分鐘

  4. 10月3日

    Breaking Through One-Sided Connections With Chrissy Marie

    Have you ever felt like you’re ALWAYS the one giving a shoulder to cry on – but don’t have one to cry on yourself?I think it’s a common issue among friends. Personally, I used to brag about how I’d drop everything to help a friend in need – but I eventually discovered it wasn’t sustainable, and my friends didn’t reciprocate in quite the same way.Today’s guest, Chrissy Marie, experienced similar issues, having always been the “space holder” or “fixer” for other people but never sharing the dep...

    1 小時 1 分鐘

  5. 9月26日

    How to Set Bridges Instead of Boundaries with Zya Be

    Have you ever hesitated to set a boundary with a friend for fear of pushing them away? Or, maybe you found yourself on the receiving end of unspoken expectations and left guessing what your friend truly needed. Our friendships are some of the only relationships we have by choice – but sometimes that freedom can make us hesitate to trust. We’re subconsciously testing our friends, waiting for them to prove they will show up and listen. These tests can strain a friendship.But what if s...

    55 分鐘

  6. 9月19日

    10 Friendship Hot Takes

    Today I’m going to share my personal hot takes about friendship.If you’ve been listening to Friendship IRL for a while, you’ll recognize some of these ideas, but some thoughts are new, and some I haven’t presented as directly as I do today. I was inspired by Danielle Bayard Jackson’s recent episode on the Friend Forward podcast, “6 Hot Takes on Female Friendships.” Here, I cover topics ranging from making friends with people of the opposite gender (which I love!) to the term “best friend...

    38 分鐘

  7. 9月12日

    Reconnecting With Old Friends When You’ve Become a Different Version of Yourself with Linda Mueller

    Imagine you’ve made the move you’ve always dreamed of. You live on the other side of the world and experience a new culture. It changes how you see your life – and almost imperceptibly, it changes you, too. When you return home, things are different among your friends. You don’t fit in the way you used to.Today’s guest, Linda Mueller, has lived this challenge firsthand through seven international moves over the course of thirteen years. Today, she is a life coach and mentor who empowers ...

    1 小時

  8. 9月5日

    Easing Burnout With Social Connections with Lesley Waldron

    If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed and exhausted by everything you have to do (while still worrying you aren’t doing enough!) then this episode is for you.Today I’m talking about burnout with Lesley Waldron, is a burnout coach who is also a sandwich caregiver (a parent and caregiver to a parent). Much of our conversation tackles this conundrum: friendship is hard during burnout, yet, it’s also crucial for our well-being.I wish I could say this episode has all the answers, but unfortunately there...

    50 分鐘
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Ever noticed how much we talk about romantic, family, and parent-child relationships, while friendships often get the silent treatment?Welcome to "Friendship IRL," the Podcast where we dive deep into what's working (and what isn't) in our friendships. Think of our episodes as a coffee date with your closest pal, filled with real stories that'll make you nod and say, "Yep, been there!" And here's the kicker – we're not stopping at stories.  Get ready for practical advice you can actually use to supercharge your own friendships. By the end of each episode, you won't just be nodding at the familiar stories – you'll be all set to take action and nurture those meaningful friendships. Eager to uncover what it truly takes to cultivate connections through life's twists and turns? Come join the Friendship IRL community – let's explore the path to more authentic friendships together. Take the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Alex on Instagram (@itsalexalexander) or Tiktok (@itsalexalexander), or send her a voice message directly with all your friendship thoughts, problems, and triumphs by heading to AlexAlex.chat and hitting record. New episodes release weekly on Thursdays. 

資訊

  • 創作者
    Alex Alexander
  • 活躍年代
    2022年 - 2024年
  • 集數
    102
  • 年齡分級
    兒少適宜
  • 版權
    © 2024 AlexAlex, LLC
  • 節目網站
    Friendship IRL

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