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Friendship Explored

Friendship Explored

By Friendship Explored

We are a collective united with one goal: promoting friendship! Our team is a motley crew of average people growing together as friends and hopefully inspiring other people to do the same.

Friendship Explored (Fe) wants to take a deep dive into what meaningful friendships look like + keep each other sharp like iron sharpens iron.

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11. Diversity in Friendship

Friendship ExploredAug 01, 2021

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26. Empathetic Listening
Aug 20, 202227:28
25. Friendship & Vulnerability

25. Friendship & Vulnerability

Host Tiffany discusses how vulnerability strengthens friendships with co-founder Amber. 

Don't miss our Phase 3: Last Friendships Panel, which will premiere on our YouTube channel.

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Jun 14, 202246:27
24. Boundaries in Friendship

24. Boundaries in Friendship

Host Tiffany discusses boundaries in friendship with Krista. Topics include but aren't limited to: 

  • Why you should set boundaries
  • How boundaries might develop over time 
  • When it's time to set boundaries (life changes, loss of trust, burnout prevention, etc.)
  • Examples of how to set boundaries 

Don't miss our Phase 3: Last Friendships Panel next month (May 2022), which will premiere on our YouTube channel.

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May 10, 202247:21
23. Why You Should Get Yourself a GFF

23. Why You Should Get Yourself a GFF

Listen to this month's blogcast, where Krista reads her post on this month's theme, Green Flags in Friendship! 

Here are a few Green Flags:  

  • They celebrate your joys with you. 
  • They grieve your sorrows with you. 
  • They apologize with their words and actions. 
  • They forgive. 
  • They love you in the ways you need to be loved. 
  • They accept you for the ways you love them. 

Don't miss our Phase 3: Last Friendships Panel next month (May 2022), which will premiere on our YouTube channel. 

To stay up-to-date on all Fe happenings, join our email list at friendshipexplored.com!  

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Apr 20, 202206:30
22. Friendship Green Flags
Apr 05, 202230:47
Phase 2: Flourishing Friendships
Mar 22, 202247:43
Phase 1: New Friendships
Mar 08, 202201:05:55
21. Seasonal & Long-Lasting Friendships
Mar 01, 202236:48
20. Unexpected Friendship Brings Unexpected Love

20. Unexpected Friendship Brings Unexpected Love

These *friendCHIP* segments provide small bits of motivation and inspiration. Listen to this month's audio version of our blog for this month's theme: Friendship Helps Us Love Better. Written by our our Blog Lead: Eryn!

Read more of our blogs: https://www.friendshipexplored.com/blog

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Feb 22, 202209:47
19. Friendship Helps Us Love Better
Feb 09, 202230:52
18. Gotta Have Friends

18. Gotta Have Friends

These *friendCHIP* segments provide small bits of motivation and inspiration. Listen to the monthly audio version of our blog, a "blog cast" if you will, by co-founder Amber Sims as she writes about Why Friendships Matter: Gotta Have Friends.

Read more of our blogs: https://www.friendshipexplored.com/blog

Want your story on Friendship Explored? Send us an email at friendshipexplored20@gmail.com


Feb 01, 202204:51
17. Why Friendships Matter

17. Why Friendships Matter

We kick off the 2022 year with Tiffany and Luke as they discuss January's theme: Why Friendships Matter. 

Don't forget to rate our podcast, follow us on social media, and join us for our upcoming panels, Phase 2: Flourishing Friendships & Phase 3: Last Friendships!

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Jan 28, 202233:47
16. A Year of Friendship Explored

16. A Year of Friendship Explored

Friendship Explored co-founders Amber and Krista give a year in review of Fe. They share their highs and lows both with the team as well as with their friendships.

Don't forget to rate our podcast, follow us on social media, and join us for our upcoming panels, Phase 2: Flourishing Friendships & Phase 3: Last Friendships!

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Dec 11, 202132:05
15. Different Friendships Feed You in Different Ways

15. Different Friendships Feed You in Different Ways

Host Tiffany talks with Jeanne about how different friends feed us in different ways, including teaching us about compassion, going out of your comfort zone, and nourishing the entirety of who you are.

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Nov 11, 202140:46
14. Joy in Friendship

14. Joy in Friendship

Host Tiffany interviews Chloe, college freshman, on joy in friendship. Topics of discussion: technology, social media, long-distance friendships, and the importance of showing appreciation and gratitude to your friends.

Register for the first panel of our 3-panel series on Friendship! Phase 1: New Friendships will be streamed on Hopin on November 6, 2021. Register at https://www.friendshipexplored.com/events!

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Oct 27, 202114:52
13. Working through CONFLICT

13. Working through CONFLICT

A new friend, Seth, guest stars to share his take on practicing mindfulness to find conflict resolution in relationships. 

Want are your tips for Conflict Management? Send us an email at friendshipexplored20@gmail.com!

Don't forget to leave a REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, and FOLLOW us on social media. 

Sep 01, 202139:34
12. Butter & Tortillas

12. Butter & Tortillas

These *friendChip* segments provide small bits of motivation and inspiration to carry you through any moment of your friendships! Tiffany and Dawn talk about what diversity in friendship has taught them and challenges us to make a new connection with someone outside of our regular circle. 

Want your story on Friendship Explored? Send us an email at friendshipexplored20@gmail.com!

Aug 29, 202112:24
11. Diversity in Friendship

11. Diversity in Friendship

Lavender > Periwinkle, Dungeon & Dragons, The Anthropocene Reviewed, Human Complexity, 

Show Notes

  • Dungeons & Dragons TED Talk 
  • John Green Book 
Aug 01, 202145:49
10. Give it a LISTEN!

10. Give it a LISTEN!

Joe and Shane recap the last 6 months and talk about the importance of LISTENING!


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Don't forget to LEAVE A REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, and check us out on SOCIAL MEDIA!

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Blog/Forum: friendshipexplored.com

Jul 09, 202149:16
9. Friends through HARDSHIP!

9. Friends through HARDSHIP!

Hello SUMMER! In this month's episode, Amber and Shane discuss video games, Batman, and how to be a friend to someone going through hardship. How do you show up for your friends? How would you like your friends to show up for you? Talk to us on social media or email us at friendshipexplored20@gmail.com so we can feature your story.

Don't forget to LEAVE A REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW!

Jun 03, 202146:16
8. Mom, Teach Me How to be an INTENTIONAL Friend!!!

8. Mom, Teach Me How to be an INTENTIONAL Friend!!!

Shane's Mom guests on this episode as we talk intentional vs convenient friendships, the problem of loneliness and talking vs texting!
May 01, 202145:52
7. Don't Let Your Personality Type Keep You from GROWING!

7. Don't Let Your Personality Type Keep You from GROWING!

These *friendCHIP* segments provide small bits of motivation and inspiration to carry you through any moment of your friendships! In this *friendCHIP*, Eryn encourages us to keep growing, regardless of what our personality type may be!

Want your story featured on Friendship Explored? Send us an email at friendshipexplored20@gmail.com!


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Apr 27, 202106:13
6. What Does Your PERSONALITY Say About You?

6. What Does Your PERSONALITY Say About You?

KRISTA HAS ARRIVED! In this episode, Krista tells us about the role that your personality plays in your friendship, especially diving into personality functioning levels and character organizations. What are your common emotions? How do you react to adversity? 

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Blog/Forum: friendshipexplored.com

Apr 01, 202151:47
5. Be the BEST Version of Yourself!

5. Be the BEST Version of Yourself!

These *friendCHIP* segments provide small bits of motivation and inspiration to carry you through any moment of your friendships! In this *friendCHIP*, Amber offers a new perspective of virtue. Be the best version of yourself, but don't be afraid to have a little humility!

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Mar 23, 202104:41
4. Virtue is a HABIT!

4. Virtue is a HABIT!

These *friendCHIP* segments provide small bits of motivation and inspiration to carry you through any moment of your friendships! In this *friendCHIP*, Joe revisits Aristotle's philosophy that everyone can be virtuous! All we need to do is form the habit!

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Mar 15, 202107:48
3. Look at the BIG PICTURE!

3. Look at the BIG PICTURE!

These *friendCHIP* segments provide small bits of motivation and inspiration to carry you through any moment of your friendships! In this *friendCHIP*, Joe gives a couple of helpful tips about dealing with adversity. Your friendship is bigger than the here and now! 

Want your story featured on Friendship Explored? Send us an email at friendshipexplored20@gmail.com! 


Don't forget to LEAVE A REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, and check us out on SOCIAL MEDIA! 

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Blog/Forum: friendshipexplored.com

Mar 08, 202106:19
2. Get Yourself a VIRTUOUS Friendship!

2. Get Yourself a VIRTUOUS Friendship!

Tiffany guest stars to discuss 3 different kinds of friendship, including virtuous friendships! Want your story featured on Friendship Explored? Send us an email at friendshipexplored20@gmail.com!

Don't forget to LEAVE A REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, and check us out on SOCIAL MEDIA!

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Mar 01, 202148:03
1. Are Your Friendships POSITIVE or NEGATIVE?

1. Are Your Friendships POSITIVE or NEGATIVE?

In this episode, Shane and Joe welcome FE's first special guest, Eryn! Eryn shares her own journey of friendship, which highlights some important lessons about boundaries and mutual self-giving. If you've had some toxic friendships give this episode a listen, and remember: YOU ARE IN CONTROL! Want your story featured on Friendship Explored? Send us an email at friendshipexplored20@gmail.com!


Don't forget to LEAVE A REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, and check us out on SOCIAL MEDIA!

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Blog/Forum: friendshipexplored.com



Feb 01, 202148:08
0. WHO ARE WE?

0. WHO ARE WE?

Your intro to Friendship Explored! 

In this episode, Shane and Joe give you a brief rundown of what FE has to offer. If you are someone who wants to learn more about healthy friendships, or if you just want to hear a group of people share their own experiences of friendship (the good, the bad, and the ugly!) give us a listen and subscribe! Got a story, yourself? Leave us a message or send us an email at friendshipexplored20@gmail.com! 


Also, check us out on SOCIAL MEDIA!

Facebook: @FriendshipExplored

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Jan 01, 202148:17