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May 2025
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How to Make Friends as an Adult—Even Aft...

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Have you ever had a friendship end without any real explanation?

This week on A Really Good Cry, I’m opening up about one of the hardest lessons I’ve had to learn as an adult: not every friendship is meant to last, and sometimes, you won’t get a reason why. I’ll share the story of a connection that felt full of potential, only to end without explanation. It left me feeling confused, a bit heartbroken, and honestly, kind of spiraling for a while.

More than just a story of rejection, this episode is about what it taught me—about communication, grace, and how much energy we give to people who’ve already let go. I’ll also walk through the tools and mindset shifts that helped me move forward, and the surprising ways I’ve found deeper, more aligned friendships since.

If you’ve ever felt confused, hurt, or quietly heartbroken over a friendship that faded too fast, this one’s for you. You’re not alone—and you’re not the only one still trying to understand.

 

What We Discuss:

  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:46 Friendship rejection
  • 09:37 How I learned to prioritize the right people
  • 10:59 Why making friends as an adult is so hard
  • 12:53 Friendship is Just like dating
  • 14:01 Why you should always give people a second chance
  • 16:37 Figure out the key qualities you want in a friend
  • 18:20 Find friends in the most unexpected places
  • 22:01 Don’t wait for a friendship to happen
  • 24:23 How to meet friends in the real world
  • 25:52 The joy of connecting friends from different circles
  • 27:05 Why noticing your flaws can save friendships
  • 29:24 How to be more present with your friends

 

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