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016: Why Female Friendships Feel So Damn Hard (and How to Fix It)
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Is it just us, or does maintaining adult friendships—especially the female ones—feel harder than ever? In this candid episode of I Call Bullshit, Kristina Braly peels back the layers of why sisterhood often gets sidelined, why it's not your fault, and how to bring those vital relationships back from the brink. From emotional labor to social media envy, we're breaking down the unspoken struggles of modern friendship with real talk, relatable moments, and a big ol' permission slip to reach out and reconnect.
Key Talking Points:
Why the “low-maintenance friend” trope is total bullshit
How emotional burnout affects your ability to show up for your friends
The illusion of connection on social media vs. the reality of loneliness
The quiet jealousy nobody wants to admit—and why it’s normal
The invisible labor of friendship (and how to share the load)
Scripts and ideas for rekindling old friendships without the cringe
- Why female friendships deserve as much care as romantic ones
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