Mind Over Matter Podcast

EPISODE 8 | Adult Friendships - Growing Together (and Sometimes Apart)


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Some friendships fade quietly—no drama, no big fallout—just change. One day, you realize the calls are fewer, the connection feels different, and what once felt effortless now takes intention.

In this episode, we’re unpacking the evolution of adult friendships—why they shift, what it means to outgrow people we once called home, and how to navigate those changes with grace instead of guilt.

We explore the psychology behind friendship in adulthood—why our social circles shrink, how life stages reshape our connections, and why it’s okay to grieve friendships that no longer fit.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why adult friendships fade (and why that’s normal)
  • The emotional energy it takes to maintain connection
  • The grief of losing friendships—and the growth that follows
  • How to nurture relationships that feel aligned with who you’re becoming

Because maybe outgrowing friendships isn’t a sign of failure—it’s proof that you’re still growing.

Not every friendship is meant to last forever. Some are meant to shape who you are—before releasing you into who you’re becoming.

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Mind Over Matter PodcastBy Tebogo Rikhotso