I feel like ghosting to a certain extent has been normalized, you know, because so many of us stay in touch and stay in relationship on a regular basis through these asynchronous devices. But I think it's not more socially acceptable. It may just be easier, but the pain, it sounds like what you're describing may even be worse. You owe it to yourself and to this person who at one point didn't mean a lot to you to offer them some kind of resolution.
Esteemed therapist Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, in her new book Sisterhood Heals: The Transformative Power of Healing in Community, emphasizes the healing power of community to combat feelings of isolation. She discusses creating safe, vulnerable spaces and the importance of platonic relationships for genuine understanding and support. Join us as we delve into themes of loneliness, sisterhood, group dynamics, and the unexpected origins of deep connections.
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