Welcome back to the Back to Life Podcast with Nicole!

In our fifth episode, host Nicole Green and her wonderful friend Kelly explore the essence of friendship. This episode focuses on friendship gratitude, the importance of consistency and momentum in friendships, and recognizing friendship green flags. Join us for an insightful and heartwarming conversation that celebrates the beauty of friendships.

Episode Highlights:

1. Friendship Gratitude:

• Nicole and Kelly share what they love and value most about their friendships.
• Discussion on the importance of expressing gratitude to friends and recognizing their positive impact on our lives.
• Reflective moment: Think about what you love and value most about your friends. Have you expressed your gratitude to them recently?

• The significance of making time for friends and staying connected, even when life gets busy.
• Tips on how to maintain consistency in friendships through regular check-ins and proactive efforts.
• Reflective moment: Consider how you can be more consistent in your friendships. What actions can you take to keep the momentum going?

• Identifying positive signs of a healthy and fulfilling friendship, such as mutual respect, open communication, and shared joy.
• The importance of trust and reliability in friendships.
• Reflective moment: Reflect on the green flags in your friendships. What positive signs do you see in your relationships that show they’re healthy and fulfilling?

Join Us: We invite you to join us on this journey to nurture your mental health and get back to living a fulfilling life. Cherish and invest in your friendships to strengthen these vital connections.

Action Items:

• Express gratitude to your friends and recognize their positive impact on your life.
• Make a conscious effort to maintain consistency and momentum in your friendships.
• Identify and celebrate the green flags in your friendships that indicate they are healthy and fulfilling.

Stay Connected:

• Subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.
• Follow us on social media @BeWellwithNicoleG for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more.
• Follow on our websites:
  • Nicole: www.bewellwithnicole.com
  • Kelly: www.pedersenabq.com
• Share your thoughts and stories about friendship with us!

Thank You for Listening! We appreciate you tuning in to our fifth episode. Join us next week as we continue exploring ways to live well, love well, and be well.

Welcome back to the Back to Life Podcast with Nicole!

In our fourth episode, host Nicole Green and her delightful friend Kelly explore the magic and complexity of friendships. This episode delves into unlikely friendships, the importance of forgiveness in friendships, and ways to bring joy to our friendship connections.

Episode Highlights:

1. Unlikely Friendships:

• Nicole and Kelly share personal stories of forming unexpected friendships.
• Discussion on how stepping outside our comfort zones and being open to new people can lead to rewarding relationships.
• The value of different perspectives and experiences in enriching our lives.

• The importance of forgiveness in maintaining healthy friendships.
• How forgiveness helps move past conflicts and misunderstandings, strengthening bonds.
• The significance of self-forgiveness and letting go of resentment to foster compassion and understanding.

• Simple ways to infuse joy into friendships, like sending funny memes or planning surprise meet-ups.
• Celebrating successes, sharing fun moments, and creating new memories together.
• The power of laughter and positivity in strengthening friendship bonds and enhancing well-being.

Reflective Moment: Nicole and Kelly encourage listeners to reflect on their friendships. Do you have any unlikely friendships that have enriched your life? Is there someone you need to forgive, or do you need to forgive yourself? What little acts of kindness or fun can you incorporate to bring more joy to your friendships?

Join Us: We invite you to join us on this journey to nurture your mental health and get back to living a fulfilling life. Cherish and invest in your friendships to strengthen these vital connections.

Action Items:

• Reflect on any unlikely friendships and appreciate their value.
• Practice forgiveness in your friendships and with yourself.
• Find ways to bring joy and positivity to your friendship connections.

Stay Connected:

• Subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.
• Follow us on social media @BeWellwithNicoleG for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more.
• Follow on our websites:
  • Nicole: www.bewellwithnicole.com
  • Kelly: www.pedersenabq.com
• Share your thoughts and stories about friendship with us!

Thank You for Listening! We appreciate you tuning in to our fourth episode. Join us next week as we continue exploring ways to live well, love well, and be well.

Welcome back to the Back to Life Podcast with Nicole!

In our third episode, host Nicole Green and her wonderful friend Kelly delve into the concept of “Frientimacy” – a blend of friendship and emotional intimacy. They discuss the importance of establishing your friendship circle, the power of vulnerability and honesty, and the essentials for maintaining meaningful friendships over time.

Episode Highlights:

1. Establishing Your Friendship Circle:

• Nicole and Kelly talk about the importance of being intentional when building your circle of friends.
• Emphasis on quality over quantity: surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people who align with your values and interests.
• The benefits of having a diverse friendship circle with different perspectives and backgrounds.

• The role of vulnerability in deepening friendships.
• How being open and honest builds trust and transforms casual friendships into close, intimate ones.
• The importance of mutual vulnerability: listening and supporting your friends when they open up.

• The significance of consistency: regular check-ins and making time for each other.
• Effective communication: being honest about feelings, addressing issues, and celebrating successes.
• Supporting each other through tough times and having fun together to create new memories.

Reflective Moment: Nicole and Kelly encourage listeners to reflect on their current friendships. Are you being intentional about who you surround yourself with? Are you allowing yourself to be vulnerable and honest? What steps can you take to maintain those meaningful connections?

Join Us: We invite you to join us on this journey to nurture your mental health and get back to living a fulfilling life. Cherish and invest in your friendships to strengthen these vital connections.

Action Items:

• Reflect on your friendship circle and its quality.
• Practice vulnerability and honesty in your friendships.
• Take steps to maintain and nurture meaningful connections with consistency and communication.

Stay Connected:

• Subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.
• Follow us on social media @BeWellwithNicoleG for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more.
• Visit us online - Nicole: www.bewellwithnicole.com and Kelly: www.pedersenabq.com
• Share your thoughts and stories about friendship with us!

Thank You for Listening! We appreciate you tuning in to our third episode. Join us next week as we continue exploring ways to live well, love well, and be well.

Welcome back to the Back to Life Podcast with Nicole!

In our second episode, host Nicole Green and her wonderful friend Kelly continue their exploration of adult friendships, diving into the vital role they play in our lives. They discuss why we all need friends, how friendships impact our mental health, and the different types of friends that enrich our lives.

Episode Highlights:

1. We All Need Friends:

• Nicole and Kelly discuss the fundamental human need for connection and belonging.
• How friends provide emotional support, companionship, and a sense of identity.
• The joy and purpose that friendships bring to our lives.

• The positive impact of supportive friendships on reducing loneliness, anxiety, and stress.
• The importance of having a safety net of friends who boost self-esteem and resilience.
• Recognizing the negative effects of toxic friendships on mental health and well-being.

• Lifelong friends: those who have been with you through thick and thin.
• Situational friends: coworkers, neighbors, or people you connect with in specific contexts.
• Activity friends: those who share hobbies or interests with you.
• Supportive friends: the ones who are always there to listen and offer advice.
• Fun friends: those who bring joy and excitement to your life.
• Mentor friends: friends who inspire and help you grow.

Reflective Moment: Nicole and Kelly encourage listeners to reflect on the different friends in their lives. How do they each contribute to your well-being? Are there any friendships that might need more attention or appreciation?

Join Us: We invite you to join us on this journey to nurture your mental health and get back to living a fulfilling life. Cherish the company you keep and recognize the unique value each friend brings to your life.

Action Items:

• Reflect on the different types of friends you have and how they impact your life.
• Nurture positive relationships and show appreciation for your friends.
• Be mindful of the diversity in your friendships and embrace the unique roles each friend plays.

Stay Connected:

• Subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.
• Follow us on social media @BackToLifeWithNicole for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more.
• Follow on our websites:
  • Nicole Green, LPCC www.bewellwithnicole.com
  • Kelly Pedersen, LMHC www.pedersenabq.com
• Share your thoughts and stories about friendship with us!

Thank You for Listening! We appreciate you tuning in to our episode. Join us next week as we continue exploring ways to live well, love well, and be well.

Welcome to the Back to Life Podcast with Nicole!

In our very first episode of the series, host Nicole Green dives into the heart of what it means to live well, love well, and be well by exploring the intricacies of adult friendships. Joined by her wonderful co-host, Kelly, they embark on a conversational journey to unpack the essence of true friendships and how they shape our mental health and overall well-being.

Episode Highlights:

1. What is a Friend?

• Nicole and Kelly discuss the fundamental qualities of a true friend.
• The importance of mutual respect, support, and having fun together.
• How adult friendships evolve from fun companions to serious support systems.

• The significance of being present and attentive.
• Consistency and the little efforts that show you care.
• The role of honesty, openness, and setting healthy boundaries in friendships.

• Understanding the relationship you have with yourself is the foundation for all other relationships.
• Embracing loneliness as an opportunity for self-growth and self-understanding.
• Practical tips on how to be your own best friend and why it matters.

Reflective Moment: Nicole and Kelly encourage listeners to reflect on their current friendships and their relationship with themselves. Are you showing up the way you want to in your friendships? Are you being a good friend to yourself?

Join Us: We invite you to join us on this journey to nurture your mental health and get back to living a fulfilling life. Remember, you got a friend in us!

Action Items:

• Reflect on your friendships and self-relationship.
• Take small steps to show up more consistently and attentively in your friendships.
• Practice self-care and self-love to build a stronger relationship with yourself.

Stay Connected:

• Subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.
• Follow on social media @BeWellwithNicoleG for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more.
• Follow on our websites:
  • Nicole www.bewellwithnicole.com
  • Kelly www.pedersenabq.com
• Share your thoughts and stories about friendship with us!

Thank You for Listening! We appreciate you tuning in to our first episode. Join us next time as we continue exploring ways to live well, love well, and be well.

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