Joy in Relationships
Showing up for others' joy is crucial for relationship satisfaction, often outweighing support during tough times. Many underestimate how much others appreciate their affection due to a negativity bias, leading to a disconnect in expressing feelings. Embracing vulnerability can reveal that people are more accepting and loving than we perceive, highlighting the importance of sharing our true emotions.In this clip
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The Science of Connection and Why We Should Value Our Best Friendships. With Marisa Franco
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How can I maintain friendships while experiencing personal growth and change, especially if I have a tendency to leave friendships behind or struggle with finding interesting things to talk about? This question is in relation to the episodes #299: How to Make & Keep Friends with Dr. Marisa G. Franco, Friendship and Boundaries, as well as the following episodes: 672. Self-Acceptance, Sensitivity + Change: Finding Your Center Amidst Chaos, Navigating Healthy Relationships, 585. Toxic Positivity: How It's Holding You Back From Processing Emotions & Connecting Authentically, Evolving Friendships, 1063: Working for Kin Might Just Do You In | Feedback Friday, The Power of Listening, What I Learned In My 20's: Self Love, Boundaries, Comparison & Trusting My Intuition, 627. Meeting the Anger Within + Taking Off Your Mask with Hannah Eden, and 881: Finding Your Angle in Covert Love Triangle | Feedback Friday? Many relationships that were very good at one point faded when I moved on, started new things, or grew professionally. I feel responsible for this.
How can I maintain friendships while experiencing personal growth and change, especially if I have a tendency to leave friendships behind or struggle with finding interesting things to talk about? This question is in relation to the episodes #299: How to Make & Keep Friends with Dr. Marisa G. Franco and Friendship and Boundaries, as well as the following episodes: 672. Self-Acceptance, Sensitivity + Change: Finding Your Center Amidst Chaos, Navigating Healthy Relationships, 585. Toxic Positivity: How It's Holding You Back From Processing Emotions & Connecting Authentically, Evolving Friendships, 1063: Working for Kin Might Just Do You In | Feedback Friday, The Power of Listening, What I Learned In My 20's: Self Love, Boundaries, Comparison & Trusting My Intuition, 627. Meeting the Anger Within + Taking Off Your Mask with Hannah Eden, and 881: Finding Your Angle in Covert Love Triangle | Feedback Friday? Many relationships that were very good at one point faded when I moved on, started new things, or grew professionally. I feel responsible for this.