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70 | Does She Really Want to be Your Friend? The Truth About Breadcrumbing in Female Friendships
Have you ever met someone who seemed excited to connect—but every time you reached out, they were “too busy”? Or maybe you’ve found yourself overpromising on a friendship you couldn’t follow through on. If so, you’ve likely experienced (or unknowingly done) a little breadcrumbing.
In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I share a personal story that introduced me to the concept of breadcrumbing in female friendships—and why it matters more than we think.
In this episode, I also cover:
What Is Breadcrumbing in Friendship?
When someone gives small signals of interest (“Let’s get coffee soon!”) without any follow-through.
What ISN’T Breadcrumbing?
Real life happens! There’s a difference between being genuinely busy and consistently unavailable.
Why Is Breadcrumbing a Big Deal?
It creates confusion, mixed signals, and emotional wear-and-tear. We start questioning ourselves instead of the situation.
How to Respond to Breadcrumbing
Learn practical, kind ways to protect your peace and set clear boundaries—without bitterness.
💡 Key Insight:
Most of us have both breadcrumbed and been breadcrumbed. Often, it’s not malicious—it comes from people-pleasing, discomfort with honesty, or simply trying to “be nice.” But friendship deserves more than polite signals and false starts. It deserves honesty, clarity, and consideration.
💬 Let’s Stay Connected:
📬 Become a Friendship Tour Insider: bit.ly/thefriendshiptourinsiders
📌 Join the Facebook Group: bit.ly/thefriendshiptourpodcast
📷 Follow on Instagram: @thefriendshiptourpodcast
📥 Email Cecelia: [email protected]
🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend—or leave a quick review to help other women find the encouragement and insight they need.
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By Cecelia Curtis - Christian Friendship Coach
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Have you ever met someone who seemed excited to connect—but every time you reached out, they were “too busy”? Or maybe you’ve found yourself overpromising on a friendship you couldn’t follow through on. If so, you’ve likely experienced (or unknowingly done) a little breadcrumbing.
In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I share a personal story that introduced me to the concept of breadcrumbing in female friendships—and why it matters more than we think.
In this episode, I also cover:
What Is Breadcrumbing in Friendship?
When someone gives small signals of interest (“Let’s get coffee soon!”) without any follow-through.
What ISN’T Breadcrumbing?
Real life happens! There’s a difference between being genuinely busy and consistently unavailable.
Why Is Breadcrumbing a Big Deal?
It creates confusion, mixed signals, and emotional wear-and-tear. We start questioning ourselves instead of the situation.
How to Respond to Breadcrumbing
Learn practical, kind ways to protect your peace and set clear boundaries—without bitterness.
💡 Key Insight:
Most of us have both breadcrumbed and been breadcrumbed. Often, it’s not malicious—it comes from people-pleasing, discomfort with honesty, or simply trying to “be nice.” But friendship deserves more than polite signals and false starts. It deserves honesty, clarity, and consideration.
💬 Let’s Stay Connected:
📬 Become a Friendship Tour Insider: bit.ly/thefriendshiptourinsiders
📌 Join the Facebook Group: bit.ly/thefriendshiptourpodcast
📷 Follow on Instagram: @thefriendshiptourpodcast
📥 Email Cecelia: [email protected]
🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend—or leave a quick review to help other women find the encouragement and insight they need.
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