We’ve all heard, “You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” We know that surrounding ourselves with the right friends can improve our health and give us the encouragement we need to achieve our goals and actualize our dreams. But, what if your friends aren’t growing with you…or, worse, holding you back from becoming the best version of yourself?

This week, we’re chatting about conscious connection, how to build rich relationships, and navigate friendships that aren’t fulfilling in that way without cutting someone out. (But you do you if that’s what’s best!) We’re also celebrating Renée’s favorite fruit in season, Melissa’s #CozyGamerGirl era, Neopets nostalgia, and surpassing 1,000 downloads of the podcast. (Thanks for the support, everyone!)

Finally, we have a surprise pick for our next book club episode, so mark your calendars for October 11!

Mentioned in this episode:

“Necessary Endings” by Dr. Henry Cloud: https://www.drcloud.com/books/necessary-endings 

Friendships: Enrich Your Life and Improve Your Health: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/friendships/art-20044860

Are Your Friends Making You Fat?: https://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/13/magazine/13contagion-t.html 

“A Friend Of A Friend: Understanding the Hidden Networks That Can Transform Your Life and Your Career” by David Burkus: https://davidburkus.com/books/friend-of-a-friend 

I Spent 5 Years Studying Self-made Millionaires and Found There's an Easy Way to Tell If Your Closest Friends are Holding You Back from Becoming Rich: https://www.businessinsider.com/is-your-inner-circle-holding-you-back-from-becoming-rich-2019-7 

Zespri Sungold Kiwi: https://www.zespri.com/en-US/product 

Disney Dreamlight Valley: https://disneydreamlightvalley.com

Morgan Harper Nichols: https://www.instagram.com/morganharpernichols 

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