The Courage To Be 137: Why Adult Friendships Feel So Hard to Make
Why does making friends as an adult feel so awkward?
Are you showing up to truly connect—or just hoping to get something in return?
What shifts when we lead with generosity instead of expectation?
In this episode of The Courage To Be™ podcast, host Tania Vasallo explores the challenges and opportunities of building real, face-to-face connections as adults. Drawing from her experiences leading Santa Fe Hive, a local networking group, Tania shares practical strategies for making new friends, deepening relationships, and navigating social spaces with intention. She tells a charming story about her young daughter effortlessly making friends by simply sharing and chatting with a neighbor’s child—a reminder of how natural connection can be when we approach it with openness and curiosity.
You’ll learn how to shift from a “what can I get?” mindset to “how can I serve?”—a simple but powerful approach to making lasting connections in business, community, and everyday life. This episode is a must-listen if you're craving more authentic relationships as a grown-up.
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If you enjoyed this episode. We think you'll enjoy these other episodes:
• 113: What’s a Courageous Act You’ve Been Avoiding? with Gina Gallaun - https://youtu.be/effZCYo5nRE
• 111: Breaking Free from 'Good Girl' Rules with Christiane Panesar - https://youtu.be/ia5G7WNzYMg
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IN THIS EPISODE:
0:11 – Real Connections Matter 🤝
0:40 – Ditch the Likes, Go Live 📵➡️👫
1:14 – Making Adult Friends 👥❤️
2:18 – Network Like a Pro 🎯🎁
4:32 – Try This Human Connection Challenge 💡🧠💖