“My kids don’t have friends.”

That’s what Dr. Chris Harper says — and it’s not what you think.

In this episode of The Dr. Chris Harper Show, Chris sits down with Josiah Jones for a deep, funny, and heartfelt conversation about friendship, disappointment, and true connection in a lonely world.

They unpack:

💬 Why many kids mistake acquaintances for real friends

💔 How to help your children navigate disappointment and disloyalty

🧠 What true, Christ-centered friendship looks like

🙏 How to model connection and emotional honesty at home

😄 Why sometimes not having friends might mean you’re doing something right

This one’s for every parent who wants to teach their kids that real relationships take time, truth, and trust.

0:00 - Coming Up

0:59 - Today’s Guest, Josiah Jones

3:30 - Kids Don’t Have Friends

13:21 - Defining Friendship, Building Trust

21:28 - The Illusion of Friendship: Connected But Lonely

28:46 - Preparing For Disappointment

34:28 - Pursuing Real Friendships, Living In Community

41:39 - Let’s Recap