Why Adult Friendships Feel So Hard Now, with Friendship Coach Zoe Asher

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Feeling disconnected even though you're surrounded by people? You're not alone.
In this deeply personal episode, Tara sits down with friendship and connection coach Zoe Asher to uncover the raw truth about adult friendships, rejection, and why so many of us still feel lonely post-pandemic.

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Zoe Asher is a dynamic speaker, host of the Accidentally Intentional podcast, and a friendship coach known for building rich friendships. In a society marked by crippling loneliness, she is wildly passionate about reversing this narrative and teaching others how to create "rich" friendships to combat social disconnection. With over a decade of experience in relational leadership, Zoe has helped countless individuals destroy their loneliness by building meaningful friendships. She also guides organizations in building "relational wealth" in the workplace, strengthening connections between clients and coworkers alike. Her unique approach combines practical strategies with a heartfelt message, inspiring audiences across the country. Learn more at zoeasher.com, or follow her on IG: @zoeasher

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Chapters

1. Why Adult Friendships Feel So Hard Now, with Friendship Coach Zoe Asher (00:00:00)

2. The loneliness epidemic explained (00:03:35)

3. The loneliness epidemic explained (00:04:13)

4. Redefining what “friend” really means (00:08:50)

5. Why most people settle for surface-level relationships (00:09:50)

6. How loneliness is rewiring our brains (00:12:38)

7. Why AI friendships are on the rise (00:15:37)

8. the fear of rejection in friendships (00:17:04)

9. Secrets ruin connection—vulnerability creates it (00:20:47)

10. The power of going first in a conversation (00:21:41)

11. Body language hacks for approachability (00:30:35)

12. Why your first impression might not be what you think (00:37:14)

13. The experiment Bloomberg asked Zoe to do (00:42:38)

14. The secret to unforgettable connection moments (00:46:43)

15. How long it actually takes to build close friendships (00:52:10)

16. Couple friendships and adult relationship dynamics (00:53:37)

17. Why friendship with your spouse is crucial (00:55:33)

18. Where to find Zoe (01:00:50)