Women often say they want more friends or deeper friendships—but what we don’t always talk about is how overwhelming it can be to actually make new friends as an adult. From awkward small talk to decoding texting etiquette, building new connections can feel like dating all over again.
In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I’m joined by my lifelong friend Kina Thornton-Frazier to talk about the emotional highs and lows of forming new friendships in adulthood. We dive into questions like: 💬 How do you know if the interest is mutual? 📲 When and how should you follow up after meeting someone new? ⏰ How much communication is too much—or too little? 🤯 Why does initiating friendship sometimes feel so exhausting?
Whether you're introverted, in a new city, or simply out of practice, this episode will help you feel seen, validated, and empowered to build meaningful relationships—without burning out.
🎧 Listen now if you’ve ever searched:
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“Why is making friends so hard as an adult?”
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“How to build new friendships without feeling awkward”
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“What’s normal when forming a new connection?”
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“How to meet and keep female friends”
Friendship may take effort, but it’s so worth it.
💖 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review and share it with a friend. Then explore more episodes about growing and maintaining lifelong friendships!
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