Making friends as an adult is not at all like when we were kids - somehow it seems like such a difficult and intimidating thing to do as grown-ups! So if you have ever felt this way about making new friendships, just know that you are not alone. In this episode, Abigail opens up about her personal fear of being lonely as she makes a major move into another state. As she shares with you her own tips and tricks to make new adult friends, you will learn how to build and nurture a supportive friend group from scratch! It's not as hard as you think it is - tune in to find out how. 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• How to build and nurture new adult friendships. 
• Making online friends: are they just as deep and meaningful? 
• Should you pay for your friends? 
• How to make networking events less daunting. 
• Why you need to start arranging introductions. 

QUOTABLES:

"We keep a lot of the women in our lives that should not be in our lives because of the fact that we just do not want to be lonely."

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago/

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com/

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

We're familiar with what jealousy looks like in romantic relationships, but what about in your friendships? If you have a sneaking suspicion of jealousy among your female friends, then this episode is a must-listen. Tune in as Abigail identifies and explains the 5 signs that your friend may be jealous of you. Learn how to recognize jealousy in your friendships as well as how to nip jealousy in the bud with them. You do not need to dim your light for the sake of others, tune in to learn how you can do just that! 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• What jealousy looks like in a friendship. 
• How is your friend responding to your news?
• Is your friend trying to upstage you? 
• Friendship or competition? 
• Is your friend obsessed with statuses? 
• Is everything unfair to your friends? 
• How to navigate jealousy in your friendships. 

QUOTABLES:

"You can't be friends with someone that wants your life."

"Always remember that every single accomplishment., every single blessing that we have in our life is a gift from God. And when we start hiding it, we are acting as though we are ashamed of it. Why would he give us anything else?"

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

We all thought our best friends from high school would stick through with us for the rest of our lives. But more often than not, we outgrow our childhood friendships as we get older. And as we evolve, it is important to constantly be evaluating your circle of friends to see if these friendships are still serving you. In this episode, Abigail introduces the five kinds of women we need as friends and why we need them. Tune in to find out which friend you relate the most to, which friend you may be missing in your life, and which one you are! 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• Why we grow apart from our friends. 
• Choose your circle wisely. 
• The Sister
• The Adventurous Woman  
• The Faithful Friend
• The Champion
• The Connector 

QUOTABLES:

"We learn that the friends we had when we were children may not be the women we need as friends when we become adults."

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago/

Follow MckenleyRae on Instagram @mckenleyrae - https://www.instagram.com/mckenleyrae/

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

Ever feel drained, manipulated, and hurt after an interaction with a female family member? Or perhaps you are crippled with anxiety at the thought of being around her? If you have, chances are that that family member may be toxic for you. Learn how to look out for the signs of toxicity, how to set your own terms and boundaries with the toxic people in your life, and how to make the difficult decision of cutting someone out of your life if necessary. Your well-being is more important than 'keeping the peace' with a toxic family member - tune in to find out how you can protect your mind and well-being. 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• Is keeping the peace worth it? 
• Identifying the signs of a toxic family member.  
• How to deal with toxicity. 

QUOTABLES:

"Just because they are your blood does not mean you have to endure abuse and ridicule from them at all times." 

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

Are you sick of being called sensitive? Or that you're overreacting and can't take a little joke? Know that you are not alone and that those words do not ring true! Tune in as Abigail recounts the day she realized the girls that she had in her circle were not her real friends and how she decided to set her boundaries once and for all. It's time to embrace your 'sensitivity' and stand your ground with those who do not respect you and see you for who you truly are. Tune in to this episode to find out how!

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• The day where enough was enough. 
• What they really mean when they say you're too sensitive. 
• Learning to set your own boundaries. 

QUOTABLES:

"Studies have shown that people with high emotional intelligence make better friends, better co-workers, and better leaders. So all you boss babes out there who keep hearing how overly dramatic you are, or how sensitive you are when you set those boundaries, know that that's the sign of a successful entrepreneur."

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Follow Abigail on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

2021 has been a time for us to re-evaluate our goals, choices, and mindsets. But has re-evaluating your friendships ever crossed your mind? In this episode, Abigail tells us why that's important and the different things we should no longer allow in our friendships in the coming year. It's time to ask yourself, how are your friends actually making you feel? Are you trusting the right people in your circle? And how can you set boundaries within your relationships with your girlfriends? Tune in to this episode to learn more! 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• No more people-pleasing!  
• What to say "yes" and "no" to. 
• Why you need boundaries - even with friends. 
• Life's not a competition. 

QUOTABLES:

"I had to acknowledge that in saying no, I am taking care of myself." 

"I will always believe that the trajectory of our friendship changed forever when I made the decision to no longer engage in conversation that was not uplifting to every single woman."

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Follow Abigail on Instagram.

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Being alone during the holidays can be a painful time for anyone. In moments like these, it is important to navigate these lonely feelings in a healthy way instead of wallowing in sadness (though it may seem very tempting to do so!). So in this episode, Abigail will talk you through some tips on what to do when you're feeling lonely this holiday season. Find out how to make use of this special season to reflect on your relationships so that you can create even richer and more fulfilling friendships in the coming year!

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• What to do when you feel alone during the holidays. 
• Why it's okay to feel lonely and how to move on from that. 
• Assessing your friendship circle; is it time to let go of some friends? 

QUOTABLES:

"You may be feeling a lack of friendships in your life right now. But what you've done is make space for new, beautiful friendships and relationships to come into your life."

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Follow Abigail on Instagram.

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique!

Betrayal hurts, especially coming from the people whom you call your friends. And unfortunately, we are all too familiar with that feeling. So how do you navigate a situation like this? What do you do when you become the center of hurtful gossip among your circle of friends? In this episode, Abigail recounts her experience with hurtful gossip, and what she does to resolve issues with others and seek peace within herself. 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• The 5 things to do if you are the target of hurtful gossip. 
• How to navigate your current friendships. 
• How to regulate and control your emotions. 
• Taking your power back from toxic friends. 
• Focusing on the right things. 

QUOTABLES:

"The most dangerous thing I've ever experienced on Earth is a fake friend."

"Make it a habit of shutting down conversations that only tear someone else down."

"When you cultivate compassion for the person that is spreading a rumor about you, you free yourself from your own negative feelings."

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Follow Abigail on Instagram.

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique!

Trying to balance being an entrepreneur and a good friend? Many times women think that running a successful business means having no friends.  We might sometimes forget our friends as we are on our quest to become a successful entrepreneur. In this episode, Abigail talks and gives tips about how to balance friendships and being an entrepreneur at the same time. One mistake a lot of entrepreneurs make is they treat their friends as a distraction, when there's actually a lot of good effects of having friends along your journey to success. Listen to the full episode to hear all of her tips on how to be a great friend along your entrepreneurial journey. 

What are deal breakers in friendships? A lot of time we find ourselves always wanting to be the good friend, the friend who gives grace, and looks for the reason when someone is treating us wrong. However what tends to happen is when we give that grace and space, and then become resentful. To avoid that from happening, we need to communicate and get clear on what your deal breakers in friendships are. Get your pens and papers ready and let's go through a list of friendship deal breakers! 

If you're looking for a podcast on friendship advice, how to know if a friend is bad for you,  how to avoid fake friends, and how to build valuable friendships, this is the podcast for you!