Mourning The End of A Friendship
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It's Tuesday, so you know what that means. A new podcast episode is live!
Friendship endings can lead to significant emotional distress and grief. These relationships often form an integral part of our lives, and their termination can leave a void that's hard to fill. The grief can sometimes be as overwhelming as losing a family member, as we lose not only shared experiences and secrets but also a part of our support system.
In episode 10 of Mindful With Minaa, I delve into the emotional ruptures of friendship grief. Key takeaways from this episode:
Grief is simply a reaction to loss, and sometimes, you may even feel grief after the loss of an unhealthy friendship.
Unlike romantic relationships, which have societal norms and stages, including their conclusion, friendships lack this structure. This lack makes friendships' endings confusing and difficult to navigate.
All friendships encounter conflict at some point. However, how these conflicts are managed can significantly affect the health of the friendship.
Have you ever experienced a friendship breakup? What was the pivotal learning lesson from it?
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On another note, I am sharing a wonderful in-person event happening this Sunday in LA, which my good friends Alyssa “Lia” Marie and Oludara Adeeyo are hosting. If you are looking for an opportunity to engage in community while learning from licensed therapists’ tools to help improve your mental health, grab a ticket and use code FRIENDOFWOC for 50% off the event.
