Friendless

Welcome back to "Friendless" the only podcast that tries to teach you how to be a better friend while your host loses every friend he has!

In this episode, host James Avramenko is joined by The Established Shanda Leer. They discuss the intersection of Drag culture and Pro Wrestling, Platonic intimacy in queer culture, the real reason visibility is growing in these circles, and the unforeseen destruction of the modern brain thanks to group chats. 

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Welcome back to "Friendless," the podcast that explores friendship and intimacy. In this episode, host James Avramenko dives into the topic of loneliness and its impact on our mental and emotional health.

James shares his personal experiences of feeling like an outcast and struggling to maintain long-term connections with friends and family. Loneliness is a universal experience, and it's important to recognize that you're not alone in feeling this way.

Loneliness has both physiological and psychological consequences. Chronic loneliness can lead to increased levels of stress hormones, weakened immune system, disrupted sleep patterns, and fatigue. It has also been associated with an increased risk of depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, and negative self-esteem.

To overcome loneliness, James offers actionable steps that he has been implementing in his own life:

1. Recognize and acknowledge your feelings of loneliness. It's okay to feel this way, and by acknowledging your emotions, you can start addressing them.
2. Reach out to others. Don't be afraid to initiate contact with friends, family, or acquaintances. Share your feelings and let them know you need support.
3. Join groups or communities with similar interests. Finding like-minded individuals can create a sense of belonging and provide opportunities for meaningful connections.
4. Be proactive in creating opportunities for social interaction. Host events, attend local gatherings, and be open to new experiences.
5. Volunteer or get involved in your community. Helping others provides a sense of purpose and opportunities to meet new people.
6. Take care of your physical and mental well-being. Engage in regular exercise, practice self-care, and seek professional help if needed.

It's important to focus on quality over quantity when it comes to friendships. Invest time and energy in nurturing genuine, supportive relationships. Be present, listen actively, and show genuine care and interest in the lives of others.

James concludes the episode with a call to action, encouraging listeners to reach out to someone they know who might be feeling lonely. Lend an empathetic ear and offer support to make a difference in someone's life.

Remember, you're not alone. Loneliness is a common experience, and there are resources available to help you navigate through it. Reach out to mental health professionals or helplines if needed.

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Tune in next week for another episode of "Friendless," where James will continue to explore meaningful conversations on friendship and intimacy. Take care and keep building those meaningful connections.

Fun and safety sweeties!

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This week on a very special episode of Friendless, the "Out of Town" reading series continues with Chapter 6 "I was told one time..."

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This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James Avramenko interviews Lauren Badillo Milici. Lauren is a poet (Final Girl & Sad, Sexy Catholic) and pop culture writer. 

They discuss Henry Zebrowski as muse, the narcissism of artists, the pitfalls of Master’s level writer’s circles, and so much more!

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This week on a very special episode of Friendless, the ongoing reading series of James' latest novel "Out of Town" continues with chapter 5 titled "So anyway, where were we?" 

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This week on Friendless, your pal James Avramenko chats with returning guest Brian Alan Ellis. 

They discuss creative routines, the inate hostility of social media, indy publishing, networking with artists, and pro wrestling!

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The special sneak-oeak reading series of "Out of Town" continues with chapter 4: "No offence intended to my dad but my grandpa my example of a man growing up." read by the authour and your host James Avramenko!

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On this week's very special episode of Friendless, the one and only Robbie Towns makes his triumphant return!

We talk all about setting boundaries, video games as stress triggers, and navigating the wild world of modern Canadian theatre. 

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Summary: 

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James continues his reading series of the latest draft of his novel "Out Of Town" with chapter 3 "The morning of a road trip is one of tense internal negotiation."

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