Welcome home, lovely!

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Demiree, who shared her powerful journey of self-discovery and empowerment. She started from a place of feeling miserable and insecure in her relationship and business but soon realized she wasn't living authentically. Determined to make a change, she embarked on a path of self-reflection and surrounded herself with supportive, like-minded people. Through this transformation, Demery found success in her business, relationships, and personal growth.

We dive deep into the importance of collaboration, cutting toxic friendships, and prioritizing genuine connections. One of the key themes we explore is the crucial role of open and honest communication in friendships. We emphasize addressing issues directly and avoiding grudges. We also delve into Shine Theory, which promotes collaboration and mutual support.

During our conversation, we discuss a poignant Reddit story about someone defending their PhD without any friends or family showing up. We analyze the situation and suggest having open conversations to express feelings and foster understanding.

Demiree and I also share personal stories and insights about navigating difficult conversations and setting boundaries. We touch on expectations in friendships and the necessity for flexibility as relationships evolve. Our discussion highlights the significance of empathy and understanding in maintaining healthy and fulfilling friendships.

Tune in to hear valuable advice on transforming your connections and embracing authentic living.

In this episode:

• 09:35 From Rock Bottom to Self-Discovery and Success

• 24:17 The Importance of Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People

• 28:35 Setting Boundaries and Letting Go of Toxic Friendships

• 38:55 Collaboration and Supporting Each Other's Success

• 43:56 Dealing with Disappointment in Friendships

• 57:40 Setting Expectations and Communicating Needs

• 59:44 The Importance of Honesty in Friendships

• 01:06:00 Navigating Changing Friendships and Setting Boundaries

• 01:11:09 The End of a Friendship

• 01:19:10 The Role of Communication in Maintaining Healthy Connections

Connect with Demiree:

https://www.instagram.com/Demireesuanne

https://www.tiktok.com/@demireesuanne

https://www.facebook.com/demireefultz

If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delight-full Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

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If you wanted to leave me a review, I would be elated! I read every single one so let me know what you love about the show!

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Welcome home, lovely!

In this episode of the Socially Delightful Podcast, I dive into the art of connecting with more people and building meaningful relationships. I share my personal experiences and insights on charisma tactics, the magic of clicking with someone, and the obstacles that can prevent connection.

I introduce the charisma hack called FEW (Fact, Emotion, Why/How) as a powerful tool to create togetherness and spark curiosity in conversations. I highlight the importance of nurturing a positive relationship with oneself and removing shame from emotions to fully enjoy and connect with others.

Tune in for practical tips and heartfelt advice on fostering deeper connections in your life.

In this episode:

• 00:00 Intro

• 02:47 Defining Clicking and the Importance of Enjoyment

• 07:50 The FEW Method: A Charisma Hack for Building Connections

• 21:45 The Role of Warmth and Curiosity in Clicking

• 28:53 The Connection Between Clicking and a Positive Relationship with Self

• 32:35 The Life-Changing Potential of Clicking

  
  

If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delight-full Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

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If you wanted to leave me a review, I would be elated! I read every single one so let me know what you love about the show!

Hang out awhile! Be sure to hit subscribe and connect with me here:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/connectionwithjewel

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachjewel

Website: www.connectionwithjewel.com

Welcome home, lovely!

In this heartfelt episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Rachelle Siebke as we dive into the complex world of friendship expectations, inspired by a touching Reddit post. The OP shares her emotional journey of feeling hurt and excluded when she wasn't invited to her close friend's wedding, sparking a deep conversation about the depth of their friendship and whether she's been taken for granted.

Rachelle and I explore the importance of open communication, self-validation, and setting boundaries in friendships. We emphasize the need to prioritize oneself and seek connections that are mutually supportive. We also discuss the dynamics of reciprocal relationships and the significance of self-awareness in understanding our own wounds and triggers.

Throughout our conversation, we highlight how essential it is to embrace vulnerability and maintain healthy friendships through honest communication. We conclude by celebrating the power of acknowledgment and its positive impact on relationships. Tune in to gain insights on fostering more fulfilling and supportive friendships!

In this episode:

• 00:00 Intro

• 01:58 Introduction to Rochelle's Work

• 11:10 Exploring Feelings and Validating Experiences

• 21:13 Cultivating Self-Compassion and Regulating Emotions

• 23:57 Using Tools for Self-Coaching

• 27:06 Understanding Triggers and Desires

• 27:50 Repairing Relationships Through Vulnerability

• 28:22 Understanding Emotional Reactions and the Role of the Amygdala

• 35:16 Navigating One-Sided Friendships and Mutual Prioritization

• 39:59 The Evolution of Friendships and Changing Priorities

• 49:13 Finding Growth and Empowerment in the Face of Rejection

• 52:43 Measuring Friendship Success: Connection over Longevity

• 54:04 The Power of Open and Honest Communication

• 58:28 Giving and Receiving Gifts Without Resentment

• 01:00:53 The Importance of Acknowledgment and Vulnerability

• 01:04:17 Strengthening Friendships Through Connective Conversations

• 01:11:16 Role-Playing Acknowledgments for Deeper Connection

• 01:16:12 Gratitude and Engagement

• 01:16:43 Leveraging Social Media for Podcast Growth

Connect with Rachelle:

• https://www.instagram.com/rachellesiebke.moneycoach

• https://www.facebook.com/RachelleSiebke.MoneyCoach/

• https://www.rachellesiebke.com/

If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delight-full Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

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If you wanted to leave me a review, I would be elated! I read every single one so let me know what you love about the show!

Hang out awhile! Be sure to hit subscribe and connect with me here:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/connectionwithjewel

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachjewel

Website: www.connectionwithjewel.com

Welcome home, lovely!

In Episode 6 of the Socially Delightful podcast, we share our journey to making meaningful friendships. Back in 2015, as college sophomores, many of us felt the sting of loneliness and tried to forge bonds through trauma dumping, believing that sharing our deepest, most painful stories would naturally lead to strong friendships. However, these efforts often left us feeling more isolated and confused.

Together, we explore the real foundations of meaningful connections, focusing on three key components: consistency, meaningful moments, and vulnerability. We realize that our previous approach leaned too heavily on vulnerability alone, neglecting the importance of shared experiences and regular interaction. By understanding the concept of a "connection triangle," we see that deep bonds are formed by balancing these three elements.

Recognizing both personal and cultural barriers to forming close relationships, we acknowledge how societal changes have made it harder to connect deeply with others. Despite these challenges, we adopt a proactive mindset and use practical strategies to foster meaningful connections. By sharing our success stories of reconnecting and deepening friendships formed years earlier, we demonstrate that with the right approach, creating fulfilling friendships is both possible and rewarding.

In this episode:

• 00:00 Intro

• 02:24 The Story of Trying to Trauma Dump into Best Friendships

• 07:15 The Connection Triangle: Consistency, Meaningful Moments, and Vulnerability

• 25:15 Hacks for Speeding Up the Friendship Process

• 34:17 Conclusion and What To Do Next

If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delight-full Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

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If you wanted to leave me a review, I would be elated! I read every single one so let me know what you love about the show!

Hang out awhile! Be sure to hit subscribe and connect with me here:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/connectionwithjewel

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachjewel

Website: www.connectionwithjewel.com

Welcome home, lovely!

In this conversation, Jewel shares a personal story about receiving an unsolicited opinion and how she used it to empower herself. She discusses the internal debate we have when someone tells us what they think of us and debunks the belief that other people's opinions are an accurate reflection of ourselves.

Jewel introduces the concept of thinking of others as wearing invisible glasses that are influenced by their own insecurities and fears. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our own thoughts and beliefs and deciding if we want to operate from them.

Jewel also provides a mental framework for dealing with other people's opinions and highlights the significance of self-acceptance and enoughness.

In this episode:

• 00:00 Intro
• 03:00 Dealing with Unsolicited Opinions
• 05:29 The Inaccuracy of Other People's Opinions
• 09:39 The Power of Acknowledging and Interrupting Thoughts
• 13:21 Embracing Enoughness and Acceptance

If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delight-full Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

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If you wanted to leave me a review, I would be elated! I read every single one so let me know what you love about the show!

Hang out awhile! Be sure to hit subscribe and connect with me here:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/connectionwithjewel

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachjewel

Website: www.connectionwithjewel.com

Welcome home, lovely!

In this episode, I’m joined by my client, Berit, who shares her transformation into embracing social imperfectionism, authenticity, and connection.

Despite English not being her first language, Berit bravely shares her story and experiences in such powerful ways! I can't wait for you all to meet her!

We also discuss three fascinating Reddit stories about friends not reciprocating, offering our perspectives and advice.

This episode aims to empower listeners with strategies to handle unbalanced friendships and foster more fulfilling social connections.

In this episode:

[13:45] The Role of Communication in Maintaining Friendships

[45:20] Setting Boundaries and Addressing Criticism

[51:36] Fostering Empathy and Connection

[53:03] Understanding Fear and Change in Friendships

[54:01] Communicating and Growing Together

[55:54] Addressing Criticism and Anxiety

[59:58] Navigating Changes and Pauses in Relationships

[01:08:12] Embracing Conflict for Healing and Connection

[01:13:24] Taking Things Less Personally

[01:18:32] Recognizing Different Ways of Showing Care

[01:22:48] Communicating Expectations in Friendships

[01:28:30] Self-Compassion and Connection

If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delight-full Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

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If you wanted to leave me a review, I would be elated! I read every single one so let me know what you love about the show!

Hang out awhile! Be sure to hit subscribe and connect with me here:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/connectionwithjewel

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachjewel

Website: www.connectionwithjewel.com

In this episode, we break down the science of friendship, revealing that forming meaningful connections is not just about luck or magic. I share how I consciously made my best friends, explaining the process sober for the first time.

Additionally, I recount stories of rejection in friendships and how these experiences have strengthened my self-confidence. This episode aims to empower listeners with practical insights into building intentional and rewarding friendships.

In this episode:

[03:20] The Science of Friendship

[05:15] The Journey Begins in Greece

[08:00] Overcoming Loneliness and Craving Connection

[09:27] Applying Friendship Science: Meaningful Moments and Consistency

[14:01] Building Connections with Intention

[21:13] The Elements of Friendship Science

[23:33] Targeting and Prioritizing Friendships

[24:56] Building Comfortable Connections

[25:25] Emotional Intelligence in Friendships

[26:42] Understanding Vulnerability in Friendships

[27:36] The Friendship Triangle: Consistency, Vulnerability, and Confidence

[28:29] Creating a Positive Friendship Environment

[31:02] Navigating Rejection in Friendship Building

[34:00] Active Participation in Friendships

[36:23] Believing in Your Charm and Likability

[41:38] Childhood Friendships vs. New Connections

[46:21] Introducing 'The Cast'

If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delight-full Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

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If you wanted to leave me a review, I would be elated! I read every single one so let me know what you love about the show!

Hang out awhile! Be sure to hit subscribe and connect with me here:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/connectionwithjewel

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachjewel

Website: www.connectionwithjewel.com