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\n\n | \n The Case For Making Friends Who Are In Different Life Stages Than You\nβ \nI just want to make friends who are in the same stage of life as me. \nβ \nIn this business, I hear some of the same phrases over and over, and this is one of them. I love that goal, and itβs a big part of what I talk about on the podcast. But recently, Iβve also noticed a trend in which people are seeking friends who are in DIFFERENT life stages. So thatβs what Iβm talking about today. Why would you want friends in different life stages than you? And more importantly, how do you make and maintain friendships with people whose current life circumstances are so different from yours? \nβ \nPersonally, Iβm looking for a walking buddy, and I feel like that perfect someone might not be a fellow entrepreneur in their mid-30s. What friendships are you looking for in your own life? How might people in different life stages add some richness to your social wellness? \nβ \n
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\n I want to brag about one of you! I just have to take a moment to gush about how incredibly inspired I am by all of you. \nSeriously, you're out there making friendship moves and absolutely crushing it! But what I love most is that you're embracing the power of the little things. \nIn a world that's constantly telling us that friendships need to be big, bold, and in-your-face, it's so refreshing to hear from so many of you who have realized that the big stuff is really just the result of letting all those small moments add up. \nTake Ria's message, for example. \nShe mentioned \"making a few plans\" with a friend. Sure, it might not seem like a huge deal, but each one of those hangouts is an opportunity to get to know each other better and strengthen that friendship bond. \nAnd how about jumping in to help out at a friend's birthday party? That's a small intimacy right there! Your friend is inviting you into that messy, pre-party setup phase where the host is usually a little frazzled, trying to make sure they've got everything done. It's not always the most glamorous moment, but your new friend trusted you enough to include you in that. \nPlus, they asked for your help, even if it was in a small way. Showing up and lending a hand builds confidence, letting them know that they can count on you for bigger things down the line, and vice versa. \nSo, what I really want to say is this: I am so darn proud of you all for recognizing that the little things are more than enough. Keep up the amazing work, my friends! \n |
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