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71. Why Is It Hard For Moms to Find and Maintain Friendships and What To Do About It with Brenda Ridgley


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I sit down with Brenda Ridgely, an author and podcast host, to discuss reclaiming individuality and fostering deep, meaningful friendships amidst the demands of motherhood and professional life.

Brenda shares her personal journey through midlife discontent and offers valuable insights on how to overcome the silent epidemic of losing one's sense of self. Together, we explore the importance of genuine connections beyond superficial social media interactions and the challenges of making and maintaining friendships while managing family and career responsibilities.

Brenda's practical advice on creating empowering friendship circles will help you rediscover your identity and combat loneliness.

In this conversation, we also delve into the concept of building your personal tribe as adults. Discover the significance of having a core group of close friends, the importance of local connections, and the necessity of stepping out of your comfort zone to meet new people.

Brenda provides practical tips for transforming casual friendships into deeper, more meaningful connections and emphasizes the value of one-on-one time. Whether you're an introvert or extrovert, busy mom, or career woman, this episode offers strategic advice for fostering connections, rediscovering past interests, and designing your ideal tribe to bring the right people into your life.

Listen in and find out how to build and nurture empowering female friendships that will support you through all stages of life.

You can find more about Brenda on her
Website https://www.brendaridgley.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendaridgley/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC73PSKAWMaEvXS0SaH7NDaA


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Burnt Pancakes: Momversations | Conversations for Imperfect Moms, Chats About Mom Life & Interviews with Real MamasBy Katie Fenske - Mom of 3 | Potty Training Coach | Former Teacher | Mama Mentor | Boy Mom | Imperfect Mom | Lover of Mom Chats

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