WELCOME TO THE FRIENDSHIP TOUR!

This is the podcast for women navigating the beautiful (and sometimes complicated) world of adult friendships and female friendships. Whether you’re longing for deeper connections, looking to strengthen your current circle, or wanting to build a supportive community, you’ll find encouragement here.

Each episode blends faith-based insight, real-life stories, and practical friendship tips and advice to help you make friends, keep friends, and become a better friend along the way.

I’m Cecelia Curtis—wife, boy mom of 3, daughter, sister, and friend—and I believe we’re all better when we have each other to lean on. So, grab a cup of tea (or maybe a glass of wine) and join me on The Friendship Tour.

Adult Friendship, Purpose, Motherhood & More

Being a good friend means celebrating and supporting other amazing women. And, that's what I'm doing this week! In this episode, I highlight some of my favorite conversations about friendship, faith, motherhood, and living with purpose.

Listen in for encouragement, practical advice, and inspiration from other women who are doing incredible work:

Priorities on Purpose with Melissa Batt – Finding Friends in a New Season: Intentional Tips for Building Real Community with Cecelia Curtis (Part 1)

Priorities on Purpose with Melissa Batt - Friendship That Heals: Courage, Vulnerability, and Showing Up on Purpose with Cecelia Curtis (Part 2)

The Happy SAHM Podcast with Yaritza Pluguez – How to Make Friends as SAHMs with Cecelia Curtis

Achieve Your Ambitious Mom Life with Dr. Anokhi Kapasi – The Truth About Making Friends: How High-Achieving Moms Can Prioritize Real Friendships with Cecelia Curtis

Tune in and be encouraged!

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This week’s episode of The Friendship Tour is short, sweet, and full of joy. I’m talking about quality time with loved ones (and with myself), celebrating a big podcast milestone, and sharing something exciting and new that I’ve been working on behind the scenes.

Let’s stay connected between episodes!

Do you dread small talk? You're not alone. In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I share practical, encouraging advice to help you make peace with those polite, sometimes awkward conversations that often open the door to meaningful friendships.

I walk through four simple truths about small talk that can help you stop overthinking, loosen up, and confidently connect with new people. Whether you're at a work event, church, or in the school pickup line, this episode will leave you feeling more prepared—and less annoyed—by small talk.

Why small talk isn’t the enemy—it’s the invitation.

4 ways to make peace with small talk:

Accept it as a natural part of connection

Understand that no one actually enjoys it

Prepare for it in a way that fits the moment

Embrace the awkward—because everyone else feels it too

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Leave a quick review and share this episode with a friend who hates small talk as much as you do. Remember: small talk isn’t the goal—it’s just the beginning.

I'm back with part two of my conversation with sociology professor Chryssy Payne, and this time we’re going even deeper. In this episode, we unpack the “No New Friends” mentality and how it may be doing more harm than good—especially for those of us trying to build healthy, lasting adult friendships.

We also talk candidly about church hurt, the challenges of trusting again, and how to find your people - whether you’ve been burned before, are new to the area, or are simply out of practice. Chryssy brings her expertise as a sociologist and her lived experience to this honest and insightful conversation.

In this episode, we explore:

Why adult friendship and community are essential—not optional

How wisdom, discernment, and wise counsel can help you form healthy new connections

Practical ideas for re-engaging with others, even if you're feeling isolated

Whether you’re craving new connections or reevaluating old ones, this episode will encourage you to reflect and reconnect—with wisdom and hope.

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This episode is all about community — what it really means, why it matters, and how it shapes our sense of belonging.

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Thanks for listening! Don’t miss Part 2 of this conversation coming next week!

The Friendship Tour Book Club is back — and you’re invited!

In this quick bonus episode, I’m sharing everything you need to know about our next gathering:

Kindle Edition

Hardcover Edition

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“It was an enjoyable time. I’d definitely do it again!”

“[I liked] hearing perspectives from other women with different life experiences than myself.”

“I enjoyed the way you kept the conversation flowing and made everyone feel welcome and included.”

Just send your name and time zone to [email protected], and I’ll take care of the rest.

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In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I'm joined again by my lifelong friend, Kina Thornton Frazier. Together, we take a walk down memory lane, reflect on nearly three decades of friendship, and share our thoughts about what makes (or breaks) new friendships.

From setting healthy boundaries to trusting your instincts, Kina and I talk through some red flags in new relationships and why pacing matters.

Use both wisdom and discernment when building new friendships—and don’t ignore the signs. Every friend isn’t your forever friend, and that’s okay.

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Have you ever met someone who seemed excited to connect—but every time you reached out, they were “too busy”? Or maybe you’ve found yourself overpromising on a friendship you couldn’t follow through on. If so, you’ve likely experienced (or unknowingly done) a little breadcrumbing.

In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I share a personal story that introduced me to the concept of breadcrumbing in female friendships—and why it matters more than we think.

In this episode, I also cover:

What Is Breadcrumbing in Friendship?

What ISN’T Breadcrumbing?

Why Is Breadcrumbing a Big Deal?

How to Respond to Breadcrumbing

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In this follow-up to our episode, Why Am I All Alone?, author and rehabilitation consultant, Val Walker returns for a powerful conversation about the hidden ways social media shapes our confidence and friendships—especially for women navigating adult connection.

With hundreds of online “friends,” why do so many of us still feel alone? Why does a single unanswered message or unliked post feel so personal? And how do comparison and online validation impact how we show up offline?

🎧 In this thoughtful and honest episode, Val and I explore:

You’ll also hear Val explain what it’s like to feel unseen online—and how we can start reclaiming connection beyond the screen.

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You can also contact Val Walker directly at www.valwalkerauthor.com.

💬 Finally, if this conversation resonated with you, don’t keep it to yourself—share the episode, leave a review, and let’s keep building friendships rooted in faith, honesty, and real connection.