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  • When It’s Not a Match: Episode 7 When It's Not a Match | Handling Friendship Rejection Without Shutting Down

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    Episode 7: When It’s Not a Match — Friendship Rejection, Ghosting & Moving Forward 

    You met someone.
    You went to coffee.
    You thought, “This could be good.”

    And then… nothing.

    She didn’t text back. She faded out. Or maybe you realized she wasn’t who you thought she was.

    In Episode 7 of our Making Friends Later in Life series, Jennifer and Jackie talk honestly about what happens when a new friendship doesn’t work out — and how to handle rejection, ghosting, or misalignment without internalizing it or shutting down.

    Because let’s be real: if you’re building friendships later in life, rejection can hit harder. It can trigger old wounds — from middle school drama to past betrayals to relationships that didn’t end well. And when that happens, it’s easy to retreat and tell yourself, “See? This is why I don’t try.”

    But not every connection that fades is a failure.

    In this episode, we unpack:

    • Why rejection isn’t always personal
    • How ghosting works in today’s world (even though we didn’t grow up with it)
    • The difference between awkwardness and incompatibility
    • Why anxiety on a first meet-up isn’t a red flag
    • How capacity, life stage, and timing affect connection
    • Why you shouldn’t overcompensate or overshare to “secure” a friendship
    • And how to keep trying without becoming bitter

    We also share personal stories about red flags we missed, lessons learned the hard way, and how even our own friendship took time to rebuild and realign.

    Because making friends later in life isn’t about speed.

    It’s about alignment.
     And alignment takes time.

    If a connection fades, it doesn’t mean you’re unworthy. It just means it wasn’t the right fit. Keep going.

    When you’re ready to make your friendship official, book your Bestiemony™ at rhinestoneweddingchapel.com — because the best love stories don’t always come with a ring.

    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    24 min
  • The Slow Build: Episode 6 The Slow Build | Why Real Friendships Take Time

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    The Slow Build: Episode 6 Why Real Friendships Take Time (And Why That’s a Good Thing)

    You met for coffee. It was fun. Maybe even promising.

    Now what?

    In Episode 6 of our Making Friends Later in Life series, Jennifer and Jackie talk about the part no one prepares you for — the in-between. The slow build. The space after the first connection where friendships either deepen… or derail.

    Too many women either rush intimacy (oversharing, trauma bonding, “you’re my soulmate” energy) or retreat completely and keep things surface-level forever. This episode is about the healthy middle ground — where trust builds through consistency, safety, shared experiences, and mutual effort.

    Jennifer and Jackie get real about:

    • Rebuilding their own friendship after 15 years apart
    • Why intensity can actually scare people away
    • The difference between connection and chemistry
    • Why timelines matter in early meet-ups
    • How to avoid overwhelming someone (or being overwhelmed)
    • Why alignment takes time — even with someone you’ve known forever

    They share honest stories about divorce, baggage, bad energy, bathroom trauma bonding, and why not every roulette table stranger needs to come home with you. (Yes, they went there.)

    Because real friendship isn’t built in one coffee date.
     It’s built in the steady showing up.

    Making friends later in life isn’t about speed — it’s about alignment.
     And alignment grows slowly.

    🎙 Hosted by Jennifer & Jackie
     💍 Presented by Bestiemony™ — Because not all soulmates come with a marriage license.

    Listen in, laugh with us, and give yourself permission to let friendship unfold at its own pace.

    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    23 min
  • Making Friends Later in Life Series | Episode 5: Making Friends After 40 | Platonic Soulmates & Real-World Connection

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    Making Friends Later in Life Series | Episode 5: From Insight to Action — Building Friendships Later in Life

    Making friends later in life isn’t about collecting people — it’s about finding the right people.

    In Episode 5 of our Making Friends Later in Life series, Jennifer and Jackie move from the “self-work” episodes into real-world connection: how you actually start building friendships when you’re no longer surrounded by built-in proximity like school, kids’ activities, or coworkers.

    We talk about the real reason this feels harder now (hint: it’s not you — it’s the lack of shared spaces), why activities beat awkward auditions, and how to create low-pressure first hangouts that feel safe, aligned, and sustainable. From coffee and paint nights to walking groups, cooking classes, markets, and even bingo—this episode is full of practical ideas and honest reminders for women who want connection but don’t want to self-abandon to get it.

    Because friendship now isn’t about rushing, forcing, or settling.
     It’s about small steps, mutual effort, and choosing the kind of connection that actually fits who you are today.

    And remember: Success isn’t how many friends you have — it’s how safe you feel with the ones you keep.

    When you’re ready to make your friendship official, book your Bestiemony™ at rhinestoneweddingchapel.com — because the best love stories don’t always come with a ring.

    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    32 min
  • Making Friends Later in Life Series | Episode 4 - Boundaries in Friendship | How Best Friends Stay Real Without Losing Each Other

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    Making Friends Later in Life Series | Episode 4 Boundary Needs & The Friendship Reset — Stay Open Without Self-Abandoning

    Boundaries get a bad reputation — like they’re cold, harsh, or “pushing people away.” But in midlife friendships, boundaries aren’t walls… they’re how you stay open without losing yourself. 

    In Episode 4 of our Making Friends Later in Life series, Jennifer and Jackie talk about why boundaries feel scary (especially for women raised to be agreeable, keep the peace, and not be “too much”), and why naming what you need is the fastest way to create emotionally safe, sustainable friendships. 

    This episode is for the woman who wants connection — but refuses to self-abandon to get it. 

    We get real about: 

    • Why most women aren’t struggling to meet people — they’re struggling to stay open without getting hurt again
    • The difference between boundaries and rejection
    • What “mutual effort” actually looks like (and what to do when you’re doing all the work)
    • How to recognize other people’s boundaries early (so you don’t take it personally)
    • Why consistency matters more than intensity in later-life friendships
    • Jennifer’s unforgettable boundary story about the guy who showed up late… and what it teaches about respect


    Mini-Series Reminder
     
    Making Friends Later in Life is a short series from Slightly Unsupervised designed to help women rebuild real connection in midlife and beyond. Before we jump into “where to meet people,” we start with the real foundation: self-awareness, energy, boundaries, and emotional patterns — so friendship becomes natural instead of forced.

    🎙️ Hosted by Jennifer & Jackie
    💍 Presented by Bestiemony™ — Because not all soulmates come with a marriage license.
    ✨ Part of the Chickology™ Podcast Collective
     
    If this episode hit you in the feels (or made you laugh way too hard), we consider that a win.
    Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your ride-or-die.
     
    And when you’re ready to make your friendship official, book your Bestiemony™ at rhinestoneweddingchapel.com — because the best love stories don’t always come with a ring.
     

    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    28 min
  • Making Friends Later in Life Series | Episode 3: Friendship Wounds & Patterns | Why You Pulled Away

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    Making Friends Later in Life | Episode 3: Your Friendship Wounds & Patterns — Why You Pulled Away (and How to Open Up Again) 

    If you’re trying to make friends later in life but something in you hesitates… there’s a reason.

    Welcome back to our mini-series Making Friends Later in Life, where we’re slowing everything down and doing it in the right order: first the work on you, then the work on connection. Because before you can build new friendships, you have to understand what happened in the old ones.

    In Episode 3, Jennifer and Jackie talk about the friendship wounds that quietly change how women show up — betrayal after trust, ghosting, one-sided friendships, and being the “strong one.” We share two short storytelling segments that hit deep: the kind of betrayal that makes you start editing yourself… and the exhaustion of realizing you were carrying the friendship alone.

    Then we get practical: how to name your wound without shame, stop dragging old pain into new connections, avoid trauma-dumping, and let trust build through consistency over time.

    To help you move forward, we also walk through a simple reflection exercise — your friendship red flags, green flags, and one boundary you’re keeping from here on out — because boundaries aren’t walls… they’re filters.

    ✅ Download the Episode 3 worksheet here: Episode 3 Worksheet – Red Flags / Green Flags / One Boundary

    Your friendship wounds don’t disqualify you from connection.
    They prepare you for healthier ones.

    🎙️ Hosted by Jennifer & Jackie
    💍 Presented by Bestiemony™ — Because not all soulmates come with a marriage license.
     ✨ Part of the Chickology™ Podcast Collective — Real women. Real stories. Rising together.

     Listen, share with your ride-or-die, and tag the friend who sees you exactly as you are. Then go follow Melinda’s show, Star Women Rising—she’s just getting started.

    🎵 Closing Song: Definition of a Best Friend by Brooke August & Hannah Rose
    Follow Brooke on YouTube: @brookeaugust

    🎧 Subscribe to Slightly Unsupervised

    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    34 min
  • Making Friends Later in Life Series | Episode 2: Your Social Energy Style — Why Friendship Feels Draining (or Lonely)

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    Making Friends Later in Life | Episode 2: Your Social Energy Style — Why Friendship Feels Draining (or Lonely)

    Making friends later in life isn’t about trying harder — it’s about understanding yourself better.

    Welcome back to our mini-series Making Friends Later in Life, inspired by what we’re seeing in women’s groups online: so many women want connection, but they’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or unsure why friendship feels harder than it used to. This series isn’t about “fixing you.” It’s about slowing down and understanding you first — because the best friendships start with self-awareness, not a quick intro blurb.

    In Episode 2, Jennifer and Jackie break down the three social energy styles — introvert, extrovert, and ambivert — and why mismatched energy can leave you feeling lonely, drained, or misunderstood, even when you do have people around. We share real-life examples (hello, holiday hosting + introvert husbands 😅), talk about why energy shifts as we get older, and why knowing your style helps you choose friendships that actually fit your life.

    At the end, we do an on-air Social Energy Self-Test and encourage you to take it too.

    ✅ Download the Episode 2 Social Energy Self-Test here: Social Energy Style Worksheet

    Because you’re not bad at friendship — you just need one that matches how you’re wired.

    🎙️ Hosted by Jennifer & Jackie
     💍 Presented by Bestiemony™ — Because not all soulmates come with a marriage license
    ✨ Part of the Chickology™ Podcast Collective

    🎵 Closing Song: Definition of a Best Friend by Brooke August & Hannah Rose
    ▶️ Follow Brooke on YouTube: @brookeaugust

    If this episode hit you in the feels, consider it a win.
     Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your ride-or-die.

    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    36 min
  • Making Friends Later in Life Series | Episode 1: Beyond the Kids | Female Friendship After Identity Loss

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    Episode 1: Who Am I Now? Why Friendship Starts With Self-Awareness

    Have you ever looked around one day and thought, “I raised the kids, built the life… so why do I feel disconnected?”
    You’re not broken — you’re just in a new season.

    In Episode 1 of our new series on making friends later in life, Jennifer and Jackie open an honest, compassionate conversation about why adult friendships feel harder — and why they actually start with self-awareness, not small talk.

    So many women reach midlife having poured everything into family, marriage, and work… only to realize they don’t actually know what they need anymore — or how to articulate it. This episode isn’t about posting another vague “looking for friends” blurb. It’s about doing the inner work first.

    Because real friendship doesn’t begin with information — it begins with recognition.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • Why friendships change after kids grow up and seasons shift
    • How losing yourself in roles makes connection harder
    • Why old friendship templates don’t work anymore
    • The difference between wanting a friend and knowing what kind of friend you need
    • How energy, honesty, and self-knowledge shape lasting friendships

    🎧 Download the “Who Am I Now?” Self Test

    To help you start this journey, we created a free, private self-reflection guide you can download and complete on your own — no website sign-up required.

    👉 Download the Who Am I Now? Self Test here:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ACtGKWLQelnEd1OyGOvGoSZBfapURfh-/view?usp=sharing

    Take it quietly. Honestly. Without fixing anything yet.
     This isn’t about becoming someone new — it’s about remembering who you are now.

    About the Series

    This episode kicks off our Making Friends Later in Life series — a real, no-judgment exploration of adult friendship. Each episode helps women reconnect with themselves first, so friendships can grow naturally instead of feeling forced.

    If this episode hits you in the feels, we consider that a win. 💛
     Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your ride-or-die.

    And when you’re ready to make your friendship official, book your Bestiemony® at rhinestoneweddingchapel.com — because the best love stories don’t always come with a ring.

    🎵 Closing Song: Definition of a Best Friend by Brooke August & Hannah Rose
    ▶️ Follow Brooke on YouTube: @brookeaugust

    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    32 min
  • When Friendships Become One-Sided: How to Spot It, Test It, and Heal From It

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    When Friendships Become One-Sided: How to Spot It, Test It, and Heal From It

    Description:
    At some point, almost every woman has the same quiet realization: Wait… am I the only one holding this friendship together?

    One-sided friendships rarely end in a blowup. They fade quietly. They drain you slowly. And they leave you questioning whether you’re asking for too much—or if you’re just asking the wrong people.

    In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie unpack the emotional reality of one-sided friendships using a real story that struck a nerve with women everywhere. From being the dependable one, the planner, the rescuer, and the emotional glue—to realizing no one shows up when it finally matters to you—they break down the subtle signs a friendship isn’t mutual.

    They talk honestly about how to test a one-sided friendship without confrontation, why pulling back can be the most revealing move you make, and how to release the fantasy of what you thought the friendship was—without blowing everything up. This episode is about recognizing emotional imbalance, trusting what your body and heart are telling you, and giving yourself permission to step away with grace.

    Because real friendships don’t require you to do all the emotional labor. And when you stop holding a one-sided friendship together, you make room for the ones where your presence is valued—and your absence is noticed.

    In This Episode:

    💔 The quiet moment you realize a friendship isn’t mutual [01:00]
     🧠 The subtle signs of a one-sided friendship most women ignore [05:20]
     🪞 How to test a friendship without confrontation [09:40]
     🚫 Why pulling back tells you everything you need to know [12:50]
     🧩 Releasing the fantasy of what you thought the friendship was [15:30]
     ✨ Healing without drama, guilt, or explanations [18:40]
     💞 Bestie Rapid Fire: loyalty, boundaries, and real friendship truths [22:30]

    🎙️ Hosted by Jennifer & Jackie
    💍 Presented by Bestiemony™ — Because not all soulmates come with a marriage license

    🎵 Music Credit:  Definition of a Best Friend by Brooke August & Hannah Rose Follow Brooke on YouTube: @brookeaugust 

    If this episode hits you in the feels—or makes you finally say “Oh… now I see it”—send it to the friend who’s been carrying too much for too long.

    🎧 Subscribe to Slightly Unsupervised for real talk, deep laughs, and honest conversations about modern friendship.

    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    35 min
  • The Anatomy of Bestie Groups: 6 Friendship Archetypes (and Why You Need Every One)

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     Episode Title:
    The Anatomy of Bestie Groups: 6 Friendship Archetypes (and Why You Need Every One)

    Description:
    Every girls’ group has a vibe—and a cast. The Organizer with clipboard energy, the Free Spirit who follows the vibes, the Empath who feels it all, the Comedian who keeps it light, the Peacemaker who smooths it over, and the Truth Teller who says the thing out loud.

    In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie map the six friendship archetypes that make every circle messy, magical, and weirdly functional. They share real-life stories (Cards Against Humanity chaos, anyone?), what happens when roles clash, and how to keep love at the center—even when the group chat is ignoring the RSVP. You’ll leave knowing your role, appreciating your friends’ roles, and with a few lines you can borrow the next time the vibes go sideways.

    In This Episode:
    🗂️ The Organizer: clipboard energy & calendar herding [02:00]
    🌿 The Free Spirit: plans? vibes. why flexibility saves trips [05:30]
    💗 The Empath vs. “the emotional one” (and who brings tissues) [09:30]
    🤣 The Comedian: pressure valve for heavy moments [11:30]
    🕊️ The Peacemaker & 🔥 The Truth Teller: keeping balance without losing honesty [14:30–17:10]
    🤝 Navigating clashes, cooling off, and repairing fast [27:00]
    ⚡ Bestie Rapid Fire: roles that ground (and sometimes annoy) us [23:45]

    🎙️ Hosted by Jennifer & Jackie
     💍 Presented by Bestiemony™ — Because not all soulmates come with a marriage license.
    ✨ Part of the Chickology™ Podcast Collective

    🎵 Closing Song: Definition of a Best Friend by Brooke August & Hannah Rose
    Follow Brooke on YouTube: @brookeaugust

    Listen, laugh, and tag your group chat (yes, even the one that never replies).

    🎧 Subscribe to Slightly Unsupervised 

    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    32 min
  • The Lonely Season: When Your Bestie Isn't There | Female Friendship Absence and Rebuilding

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    The Lonely Season: What It Feels Like to Be Without Friends (and How to Rebuild)

    Feeling alone isn’t a flaw—it’s a signal. In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie open up about the quiet ache of friend-loneliness: the empty calendar, the phone that doesn’t light up, and the stories you wish someone else remembered with you.

    Jennifer shares the distance and displacement of moving states to build a business (hi, Rhinestone Wedding Chapel life 👋), while Jackie talks candidly about isolation inside a controlling first marriage—how you can be surrounded by people and still feel utterly alone. Together, they unpack why women drift into lonely seasons without noticing, how to spot the signs (in yourself and your bestie), and what it looks like to stitch connection back together—one honest text, meme, FaceTime, or girls’ trip at a time.

    In this episode:

    • Different kinds of isolation: geography, seasons of life, and relationship control
    • Why friends help us remember who we were (and still are)
    • Gentle first steps to reconnect when you feel awkward or out of practice
    • How to check on a withdrawing bestie (without overthinking it)
    • Long-distance friendship ideas that actually feel like “being there”
    • Bestie Rapid Questions to end on a laugh and a little truth

    Content note: emotional isolation and controlling relationship dynamics.

    If this one hits you in the feels—or makes you laugh-snort—we’ll count it as a win. 💛
     Subscribe, rate, and share with your ride-or-die.


    Chickology Podcasts
    Bold podcasts by women, for women. Real talk. Real growth.

    Bestiemony®
    Honor your forever friendship with a Bestiemony®.

    Rhinestone Wedding Chapel
    Weddings, Elvis, & Bestiemony® ceremonies—only in Nashville at Rhinestone Chapel.


    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    This episode of Slightly Unsupervised was brought to you by the creators of Bestiemony®—the original friendship ceremony that proves soulmates don’t always come with a marriage license. Hosted by Jennifer and Jackie: best friends, business partners, and co-founders of the movement celebrating real, ride-or-die love.

    💍 Book a Bestiemony: rhinestoneweddingchapel.com/bestiemony
    📱 Follow us on Instagram at @Bestiemonies
    📩 Got a bestie story to share or a subject request? Email us at [email protected]

    33 min

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Two best friends. Zero filters.
All truth.Slightly Unsupervised is a female friendship podcast for midlife women about the kind of soulmates who don’t come with a marriage…