Making and maintaining meaningful friendships as an adult can feel like a challenge, but understanding the psychology behind it can transform the way we connect.
In this episode, Dr. Perpetua Neo joins me for an in-depth discussion on friendship dynamics, setting boundaries, and recognising toxic patterns. We explore why some friendships leave you drained while others fuel your growth, how to identify ambivalent friendships, and the key to building connections that genuinely support you. If you've ever felt like friendships are more complicated than they should be, this conversation will give you the clarity and tools to navigate them with confidence.
This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation, with the next episode diving even deeper into self-identity, confidence, and personal boundaries. Tune in now and redefine the way you approach friendships.
SHOWNOTES -
00:00:00 - Episode and guest introduction
00:02:00 - The importance of friendship for adults
00:05:15 - Toxic vs. Ambivalent friendships
00:09:45 - Mutual respect, understanding, & communicating boundaries
00:15:10 - How your nervous system reacts to inconsistent friendships
00:20:18 - Harmful manipulations & machinations in friendship
00:26:35 - Supportive friendships vs friendships that hold you back
00:38:15 - Importance of diverse friendships
00:41:45 - Misalignment of beliefs & knowing your non-negotiables
00:44:55 - Conditional friendships
00:47:35 - Girl Gangs and toxic feminism
00:51:15 - Can friendships built on trauma lead to growth?
00:58:20 - Recognising power imbalances in friend groups
01:07:00 - Friend groups that reinforce negative thinking & stagnation
01:15:00 - How friends shape your self-image, motivation, & ambition
01:20:00 - How making fun of friends can mask deeper issues
01:28:40 - Recognising & escaping unhealthy friendship cycles
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