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EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025 · 20 MIN

Bird Brain | S8E23(322): Friends in "Crisis" not Connection

from The Bird Brain Podcast · host Isaiah Frizzelle

Some people don’t want a relationship with you; they want a relationship with what you can do for them. They show up in tears, in chaos, in need… but vanish in your joy or need for support/ stability. In this episode, we unpack why people only seem to call when they’re in crisis, the subtle emotional contracts that keep you over-giving, and how to set boundaries that protect your energy without losing your compassion.

Some people don’t want a relationship with you; they want a relationship with what you can do for them. They show up in tears, in chaos, in need… but vanish in your joy or need for support/ stability. In this episode, we unpack why people only seem to call when they’re in crisis, the subtle emotional contracts that keep you over-giving, and how to set boundaries that protect your energy without losing your compassion.

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