In today's episode, Cindy jumps into the beautiful mess that is friendship during our seniors' pivotal moments. She touches on the bittersweet truth that as we gear up for new life chapters, friendships often morph and, sometimes, drift away. And yep, it's a tough cookie to swallow, figuring out who'll be by our side in the next act. Science chimes in with a little nugget of wisdom: the happiest teens are those with a close-knit circle of one or two pals despite being surrounded by a sea of group activities.

But wait, moms aren't immune to the friendship shuffle either! Cindy sheds light on how recognizing those connections, sparked by our kids' shared interests, can soften the blow of fading friendships. Her kind reminder that not all friendships are meant for the long haul but are meaningful is like a warm hug for the heart. Adopting an attitude of gratitude for the friendships that have colored our lives makes navigating the upcoming changes a tad easier.

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The Journal Project: My Senior Year Through Mom's Eyes by Cindy Manko

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