Friendship Files
Adult friendship, connection & real life
Hosted by Glenda Joyce · New episodes daily
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Why Solitary Friends Feel Like Anchors When You Have Kids | Friendship Files
In this episode of Friendship Files, host Glenda Joyce explores the complex emotional landscape of maintaining adult friendships when you become a parent. This guide is specifically for new mothers and fathers who feel a sense of isolation…
The Friend Who Borrows Money: How to Stop the Cycle Without Losing Her | Friendship Files
This episode of Friendship Files, hosted by Glenda Joyce, addresses the complex and often painful dynamic of lending money to a friend who never repays it. It is specifically designed for adults who find themselves in a cycle of financial…
Why Your Friend’s Interruptions Hurt More Than You Admit | Friendship Files
In this episode of Friendship Files, host Glenda Joyce explores the painful and often overlooked dynamic of conversational narcissism in adult friendships. This guide is for anyone who feels a hollow ache when their achievements are…
The Third Wheel Squeeze: How to Feel Small in a Couple's Bubble | Friendship Files
This episode of Friendship Files explores the painful yet common experience of feeling like a 'third wheel' in a couple's dynamic, offering deep emotional validation and practical strategies for navigating social exclusion. Host Glenda…
When Your Friend Fades: Loving Someone Through Chronic Illness | Friendship Files
This episode of Friendship Files, hosted by Glenda Joyce, offers a compassionate and practical guide for adults navigating the complex emotional landscape of maintaining friendships when one partner faces chronic illness. It addresses the…
Why Silent Friends Are Your Lifeline: The Comfort of Not Speaking | Friendship Files
In this episode of Friendship Files, host Glenda Joyce explores the profound comfort and deep connection found in silent friendships. This conversation is for anyone who feels exhausted by the pressure to constantly perform, communicate…
The Awkwardness of Changing Names or Identities Mid-Life | Friendship Files
This episode of Friendship Files explores the profound emotional landscape of changing names or identities mid-life, addressing the awkwardness, grief, and liberation that accompany such significant personal transformations. Host Glenda…
Finding Your Tribe in the Rare: How Support Groups Heal Loneliness | Friendship Files
This episode of Friendship Files explores the profound healing power of rare disease support groups for individuals battling chronic illness, loneliness, and the emotional burden of explaining their unique health journeys to those who…