Stop Chasing Wellness

Why Your Friendships Feel Different Lately

Kristin Season 4 Episode 84

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Have you found yourself pulling back from friendships lately… canceling plans, avoiding group chats, or feeling drained by conversations that used to feel easy?

If so, you’re not a bad friend—and you’re definitely not alone.

In this episode, we explore why your friendships might be shifting right now, especially during a phase of life where your emotional bandwidth, stress tolerance, and overall capacity are changing. What once felt effortless may now feel overwhelming—and there’s a reason for that.

But this isn’t just about hormones. It’s also about growth. As your self-awareness deepens, so does your desire for more meaningful, aligned, and authentic connections. You may be noticing that certain dynamics no longer feel right—and that can be both freeing and uncomfortable.

We also talk about the emotional side of this shift—the guilt, the grief, and the fear of losing connection—and why outgrowing certain friendships doesn’t mean you don’t care. It simply means you’re evolving.

You’ll walk away with simple, supportive ways to navigate these changes, honor your energy, and redefine connection in a way that actually feels good.

Because this season isn’t about losing friendships—it’s about refining them.

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Stop Chasing Wellness is an online wellness coaching company founded by two Holistic Health Coaches, Gina and Kristin.  Be sure to check out all of our offerings including our book, Stop Chasing Wellness; Create It, and our growing catalog of Hormone Specific coaching courses.  All of our courses and offerings are designed to help you feel and live your best life in a simplified way that works for you.  You can find Stop Chasing Wellness on  Facebook and Instagram