185. How To Be Awesome At Prioritizing Your Girlfriends

Lindsays story! <br /> <br /> Coming out of college Lindsay says… <br /> When I graduated from college I had so many girlfriends - I was president of my sorority and active on campus so I just figured I would always have those relationships.  I was so excited to start my business and then later excited to meet the guy who would become my husband.  <br /> <br /> Other points in this episode:  <br /> <br /> -It’s a very important topic for girls and women of all ages.<br /> <br /> -You need more than one - everyone has different situations and life experiences and you need more than one person to go to and spend time with. <br /> <br /> <br /> Here are the steps!<br /> <br /> Find your people <br /> <br /> Be so beyond loyal and dedicated <br /> <br /> Be vulnerable and open! <br /> <br /> Keep them close - prioritize them and make time for them <br /> <br /> <br /> -Put it on your calendar!!<br /> Even if you don’t see people often- make it a priority to connect <br /> <br /> -HACK! Set a timer on your phone to text people - it takes 2 minutes a day <br /> <br /> -Give them your fill attention not distracted at a meal <br /> <br /> -How great that we have our families but you can create your own families in a way. <br /> <br /> -DM conversations - my family sucks - how about you create a new inner circle? <br /> <br /> <br /> Why you need more than a spouse <br /> <br /> -Gives you a better life balance<br /> <br /> -You aren’t replying on one person to be your everything <br /> <br /> -It’s fun and good for you to do your own thing then come back together - more to talk about <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> WHY do all this?<br /> <br /> -Happier overall <br /> <br /> -The highs are more fun <br /> <br /> -The lows are easier to manage and work through <br /> <br /> <br /> There is nothing quite like strong relationships with girlfriends.  The 22 year old Lindsay didn’t realize this but the 40 year old Lindsay certainly does now.<br /> <br /> We hope this podcast inspires you to really focus on your relationships with