In this episode of Table Pancakes, Katherine and Shelbi explore how friendships evolve, how closeness and distance impact relationships, and how to navigate these changes with intention.

What We Cover:Embracing Friends as Family

• Close friends often become chosen family and may even form bonds with your given family
• Friendships can serve as accountability partnerships, providing honest feedback and support in reaching personal and professional goals
• With less free time, staying connected requires creativity—whether through long voice notes, “mini podcasts,” or body doubling for mutual support

Shifting Priorities and New Normals

• Life changes can create distance between friends, and it is natural to both offer grace and feel disappointment when dynamics shift
• Not everyone seeks deep, intimate connection in friendships, so it is essential to find people who align with your relational needs
• There is value in discussing the future with friends and how to stay connected as life and communities change

Distance Makes the Heart Grow… Discerning

• Distance does not have to be negative—it can mean recognizing mismatched expectations and choosing relationships that align with your authentic self
• Everyone plays a role in navigating friendship distance and deciding whether to reach out, adjust expectations, or let things naturally evolve

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