The Friendship Tour | How to Make Friends, Female Friendship, Adult Friendship, Friendship Advice

69 | Is Social Media Stealing Your Confidence? The Comparison Trap That’s Hurting Female Friendships – with Val Walker


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In this follow-up to our episode, Why Am I All Alone?, author and rehabilitation consultant, Val Walker returns for a powerful conversation about the hidden ways social media shapes our confidence and friendships—especially for women navigating adult connection.

With hundreds of online “friends,” why do so many of us still feel alone? Why does a single unanswered message or unliked post feel so personal? And how do comparison and online validation impact how we show up offline?


🎧 In this thoughtful and honest episode, Val and I explore:

  • The link between social media and self-esteem

  • How the comparison trap chips away at confidence

  • How social media discourages real-life connection and vulnerability
  • You’ll also hear Val explain what it’s like to feel unseen online—and how we can start reclaiming connection beyond the screen.

    🌿 This episode is for you if:
    • You’ve ever questioned your worth based upon likes or follows

    • You want deeper, more authentic friendships

    • You’re trying to be more intentional with social media and real connection

    • 📚 Support The Friendship Tour Podcast & Guest, Val Walker:

      You can support the show and Val Walker by purchasing one of her books through the links below:

      • 400 Friends and No One to Call: Breaking Through Isolation and Building Community

      • The Art of Comforting: What to Say and Do for People in Distress
      • *As an Amazon Affiliate member, I may earn a small percentage from qualifying purchases—at no extra cost to you. Your support helps keep the podcast going and growing! 💛*

        You can also contact Val Walker directly at www.valwalkerauthor.com.


        📣 Connect with Cecelia:
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        • 🧡 Join the Facebook Community: bit.ly/thefriendshiptourpodcast

        • 📷 Follow on Instagram: @thefriendshiptourpodcast

        • 📬 Email: [email protected]

        • 💬 Finally, if this conversation resonated with you, don’t keep it to yourself—share the episode, leave a review, and let’s keep building friendships rooted in faith, honesty, and real connection.

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