When we recognize things changing in our relationships, our first instinct can be to lash out and act from a place of rage or even abandonment. Don't rush to completely cut someone off, or don't rush to yell at them, to be angry at them. See if you can find a way forward and take time to adjust to you and your friends' new circumstances. Take it slow and try to integrate more solitary activities into your daily routine. And I think the other thing to do is treat your alone time as sacred.
This week on the show we deep dive into why we outgrow our friendships as we enter our 20’s. We often have a romanticised idea that friendships last a lifetime, but during this decade we realise that it’s a lot more nuanced. We explore the main factors behind the friendship “fizzle”, why it’s a normal part of growing up, how we can handle the emotions that come along with and learn to value solitude and be selective when it comes to our friendships. Listen now!
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