Equipping Godly Women Podcast
Welcome to the Equipping Godly Women Podcast, the show for busy Christian moms trying to love Jesus, keep their marriage alive, raise decent humans, manage the chaos, and make a real difference… without losing their ever-loving mind in the process.
Hosted by bestselling author Brittany Ann, each episode tackles the hard, messy, oh-good-grief-what-now parts of life we all deal with (but rarely admit) with biblical wisdom, spot-on insights, and practical tips that’ll make you say, “Yes!! That explains so much!”
If you’re looking for something smart, relatable, fun, faith-filled, and actually helpful… pull up a chair. You’ve found your people.
Equipping Godly Women Podcast
How to Have Close Female Friendships (without the Drama) - with Natalie Runion
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Ever feel like making friends as an adult is somehow harder than it was in high school?
In this conversation with Natalie Runion (author of the USA Today bestseller "I Don't Even Like Women"), we're getting real about why female friendships can feel so complicated and what to do about it.
Natalie shares her own journey from literally telling her pastor "I don't even like women" when asked to lead women's ministry, to discovering the lies we believe that keep us isolated. (Spoiler: those old scripts from the junior high lunch table are still playing in our heads.)
We talk about the fear of rejection, what to do when someone says "no thanks, I have enough friends" (yes, that actually happened to Natalie), and how to keep putting yourself out there even when it's scary.
This episode is for you if:
• You want close friendships but don't know how to find them.
• You've been rejected and aren't sure you can try again.
• You feel awkward at church gatherings or mom groups.
• You're in a new season of life and need to rebuild community.
• You're tired of surface-level relationships and want something real.
Natalie gives practical advice on starting small (like $5.99 wildflower bouquets for neighbors), knowing when rejection is actually about the other person's capacity, and why being what you need for someone else might be the secret to finding the friendship you're looking for.
Plus, we tackle the question: how do you know if the problem is them... or you?
If you've ever felt lonely in a room full of people, this conversation is for you.
📖 RESOURCE MENTIONED:
Natalie's book: "I Don't Even Like Women and Other Lies That Get in the Way of Sacred Sisterhood" https://amzn.to/4qDr8oo (affiliate)
🔗 CONNECT WITH NATALIE:
Website: https://NatalieRunion.com/