Making friends as an adult can be tough, but it doesn't have to be.
In this episode of The Real Connect podcast, Tamika Carlton is joined by her LDBFF (long-distance best friend forever), Portia James, a Behavior Analyst, to unpack the question: Who are your people?
Together, they discuss how important it is to find your tribe, build lasting connections, and surround yourself with relationships that align with your values and goals. With Portia’s expertise and their shared experiences, this is a real and relatable conversation about how to make friends as an adult and, when you do, how to hold them close.
Key Takeaways:
1. How to recognize the relationships that truly align with your values.
2. The role of intentionality in building your tribe and creating meaningful connections.
3. Lessons from Tamika and Portia’s friendship on staying connected despite the distance.
This is more than just a friendship chat; it’s about figuring out who’s really in your corner and why it matters.
After you listen, let us know your thoughts—like, comment, and share!
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00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:01 Meet Portia James
01:33 The Struggle of Finding Your People
02:41 Navigating Relationships and Energy Sensitivity
03:54 Accidental Friendships and Networking
05:11 Outgrowing Relationships
06:22 The Importance of Reciprocity
10:01 Manifesting Meaningful Connections
22:23 Self-Reflection and Setting Boundaries
27:30 Final Thoughts and Advice
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