Friendship Project
Adult friendship, connection & real life
Hosted by Katie-Louise Pickering · New episodes daily
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When Culture Clashes: Finding Belonging in Cross-Cultural Friendships | Friendship Project
In this episode of Friendship Project, host Katie-Louise Pickering explores the complex dynamics of cross-cultural friendships, focusing on how differing cultural scripts can lead to misunderstandings, guilt, and friction in close platonic…
When Your Friend’s Crisis Steals Your Energy: How to Stay Without Burning Out | Friendship Project
In this deeply empathetic episode of the Friendship Project, host Katie-Louise Pickering explores the exhausting reality of supporting a friend through a severe mental health crisis while protecting your own emotional well-being. This…
The Vow You Keep When They Can’t: Loving Through Silence | Friendship Project
This episode explores the profound emotional complexity of maintaining friendships when a partner becomes unable to keep shared promises or show up in life. Host Katie-Louise Pickering guides listeners through the specific ache of holding…
Why I’m Still Friends With My Ex’s New Girlfriend | Friendship Project
In this deeply reflective episode of the Friendship Project, host Katie-Louise Pickering explores the complex, often taboo topic of maintaining a friendship with your ex’s new partner. This conversation is essential for anyone navigating…
When They’re Gone: Finding Peace After Losing a Friend Suddenly | Friendship Project
This episode of the Friendship Project offers a compassionate guide for anyone navigating the shock and sorrow of losing a friend suddenly. Host Katie-Louise Pickering addresses the unique, jagged pain of unexpected death—whether from…
When Your Best Friend Goes Vegan (And You’re Not On Board) | Friendship Project
In this episode of Friendship Project, host Katie-Louise Pickering explores the complex emotional landscape that arises when a best friend adopts a vegan lifestyle while you remain non-vegan. This conversation is essential for anyone…
When the Storm Hits Home: How to Show Up for a Friend in Crisis | Friendship Project
This episode of Friendship Project, hosted by Katie-Louise Pickering, offers a compassionate and practical guide on how to support a friend experiencing a major crisis, such as losing their home to a flood, fire, or other disaster. It…
The Secret They Kept: How to Find Belonging When Trust Shatters | Friendship Project
In this episode of Friendship Project, host Katie-Louise Pickering explores the profound emotional turmoil that arises when a close friend reveals a hidden secret or lie. This discussion is essential for anyone navigating complex adult…