Ep 9. Sarah Hopkins: Navigating Friendship, Finding Connection
In this episode, I have an honest conversation about friendship with my friend Sarah Hopkins. We share the joys and challenges of making new friends in our fifties and sixties and explore how vulnerability, authenticity, and courage can open the door to deeper connections and lasting joy. We discuss finding new friends, strengthening existing friendships, and letting go when a friendship no longer serves us. It is a heartfelt reminder that meaningful friendships can flourish at any life stage.
In this episode, we also discuss:
The unnecessary shame associated with feeling lonely.
The ‘liking gap’ and how it can get in the way when you meet new people.
Mindsets that support friend-making.
Starting small can lead to significant social connections.
Trusting your instincts helps in finding the right friends.
Investing time and effort is crucial for nurturing friendships.
Guest: Sarah Hopkins
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Resources
The book discussed in this episode is: “Just Friends: On The Joy, Influence and Power of Friendship” by Gyan Yankovich.
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