The Pursuit of MiSELF

When You’ve Changed: Outgrowing Friendships Without Losing Yourself

Rayne Season 1 Episode 10

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When you start doing the work — rewiring beliefs, building emotional intelligence, shedding old patterns — some friendships will shift. And sometimes, they’ll fall away completely.

Not because you’ve done anything wrong. Not because they have either. But because who you’re becoming no longer fits the dynamic you built together.

In this episode, Rayne unpacks:

  • Why “You’ve changed” is one of the most triggering things to hear — and why it’s actually a sign of growth.
  • How friendships act as mirrors, and what it means when the reflection no longer fits.
  • The role of unmet expectations, projections, and old patterns in creating distance.
  • Why holding onto the “romance” of long-term friendships can drain your energy and health.
  • How to use triggers as teachers — and as guides for either repair or release.

You’ll also get a 3-step reflection process to help you decide:

  1. Am I being honest and vulnerable in this friendship?
  2. Am I sharing what I want, or silently expecting them to meet me where I’m at?
  3. Am I letting go to avoid discomfort, or because this truly no longer aligns?

If you’ve ever wondered why certain people can’t seem to celebrate your growth — this episode will give you the clarity, compassion, and permission to keep moving forward.