6: The F Word

27/08/2025 10 min Episodio 6

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We've all heard of mom guilt. What about friend guilt? I'm sharing my thoughts on my (second) favorite F word: friendships.Let's discuss how freaking COMPLICATED adult friendships are, especially as parents with tiny humans who command our schedules. Let's reflect on our real life responsibilities/priorities and the crushing guilt that we experience when friendship falls by the wayside, especially when we feel like we're fumbling the ball. This week I'm giving everyone permission to embrace the comical messiness of adult friendships and show up as they are. Friendships ebb and flow, but the real ones encourage flexibility, honesty, and transparency (and continue to grow through it all). May this 10-min reminder benefit you, me, and everyone else who is navigating friendship as an adult. Key takeaways:- Friendship is often overlooked in adulthood due to responsibilities.- It's okay for friendships to change and evolve over time.- Guilt can accompany the inability to maintain friendships.- Making an effort, even if small, is still valuable in friendships.- Flexibility is key in adult friendships.- Prioritizing family and self-care is essential.- Real friends understand and support each other's life changes.- Friendships can still be meaningful without frequent meetups.- It's important to celebrate small victories in maintaining friendships.- Showing up authentically strengthens friendships.Follow me:Instagram: @brittanynettlesandcoWebsite: nettlesandco.comYoutube: youtube.com/@MotherhoodontheMove