The Harsh Reality of Authentic Friendships

*This is Part 2 of a 3 Part series on Friends*

Episode Summary

In this episode, we dive deep into the complexities of building authentic friendships and navigating social dynamics. Shauna shares some valuable advice she gave her niece Brynlee, who's at an FSY camp, about the importance of being your true self in friendships and recognizing when relationships might be mismatched. We discuss how to identify if someone is genuinely interested in getting to know you or just going through the motions, and why it's crucial to value your own time and energy in friendships.

We also explore the idea of leading with different aspects of our personalities depending on the context, and how that can serve as a filter to find our true tribe. There's a heartfelt shoutout to Shauna's mom, Dawn, for teaching her the art of asking meaningful questions, and some funny and insightful moments as we unpack how our personalities shape our relationships. Plus, you'll hear about why it's important to embrace your authentic self, even if it feels a little scary at times, and how that can help you attract the right people into your life.

Timeline Summary

• [1:05] - Advice to Brynlee: The importance of being your authentic self in friendships.
• [3:45] - Recognizing signs of mismatched friendships and valuing your time.
• [6:20] - How asking the right questions can reveal someone's true interest in you.
• [10:10] - The influence of my mom's question-asking skills on my social interactions.
• [14:15] - Leading with different aspects of your personality to filter friendships.
• [18:30] - The significance of finding your tribe by being yourself.

Closing Remarks

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