đđď¸In this weekâs episode, Grace Riordan shares her essay, âComing Home to Love and Friendshipâ reflecting on a romantic betrayal and her deep appreciation for her friends and community, who helped her find solace and guided her through the turmoil.
During our conversation, Grace opened up about romantic heartbreak and the unconditional support she received from her friends. She shares how journaling has been a significant outlet for her healing and growth as a writer. Grace emphasizes the importance of taking time to know oneself and prioritize self-care. Her time alone allowed her to figure out who she was and reaffirmed her deep appreciation for her friendships. She encourages everyone to prioritize their friendships and the importance of investing time and energy into our relationships.
Grace is a 26-year-old native Bostonian who loves to talk politics, gossip with friends, and journal her every thought. As a Cancer sun, she has a deep love of community and finds herself most at home when surrounded by close friends and family. This is her first time sharing a personal essay, though her writing can be found on HealthCity and in Commonwealth Magazine. She prides herself on being someone her friends turn to for advice and hopes to one day write her own advice column.
Connect with Grace:
- Website: onloveandfriendship.com Â
Resources:Â
- Ideas list: 101 ways to make and maintain friendships
- Podcast: A Social Life with FriendsÂ
- Worth the read: How to Have Meaningful Relationships
- Events: Skip the Small Talk
- For the Milestones: Time to CeliÂ
- Book on the value of relationships: The Good Life
Experience the Podcast: Listeners can watch the full interview or read the essay.
Do you have a story to share? Submit your story at herownwords.club
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