Hi my loves 🪷 This episode of The Self Indulgent Podcast is so special because I’m joined by my first-ever guest—my best friend, Brandi! We’re diving deep into what it really takes to find your people, connect through vulnerability, and navigate the highs and lows of true friendship.
We’ll share how we met in grad school, what’s helped us stay close, and the lessons we’ve learned from being honest, messy, and accountable in our friendship. We also open up about friendship breakups, the loneliness that comes with transitions, and how to build self-worth through reflection and daily practices.
If you’ve ever struggled to make new friends, heal after losing one, or just want to feel more seen and supported in your connections, this one’s for you. 💖 Tune in for real talk, gentle guidance, and permission to be soft and open—even when it’s hard. ✨
00:10 Meet Brandy: The Infamous Best Friend
01:47 How We Met: The Grad School Story
03:32 Navigating Friendship Dynamics
07:16 The Importance of Community and Friendship
12:10 Friendship Breakups and Healing
18:44 The Complexity of Vulnerability in Friendships
28:03 Self-Doubt and Self-Worth
30:22 Overcoming Negative Self-Perception
31:18 Daily Practices for Self-Affirmation
32:25 Deep Core Work vs. Daily Self-Care
37:44 Managing Emotions and Self-Isolation
41:59 Building Honest Relationships
49:19 Making New Connections
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