The Importance of Genuine Friendships and Support during Parenthood

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Episode 2028:

Shawna Scafe's "Why You Should Date Your Friends" from Simple On Purpose.ca emphasizes the vital role of friendships, especially in motherhood and adulthood. She describes the need for real-life friends who actively support and participate in each other's lives, highlighting the value of such relationships in overcoming isolation and adding depth to life's challenges. Scafe encourages readers to invest in friendships as they would in a romantic relationship, nurturing them through active engagement and shared experiences.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/date-you-true-friends/

Quotes to ponder:

"You need real-life women who show up and put your baby in a stroller when you are making excuses not to leave your house."

"You have to have a love affair with your friends. It is like a marriage."

"We need to go out without children, without tasks, without responsibilities and just be in the company of the person who has been a friend to you."

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