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EPISODE · Mar 4, 2026 · 7 MIN

Episode 059: Fringe-ships (The In-Between Relationships God Can Use)

from Your Next, Best Step · host Janet J.

You know that person you see all the time - friendly, familiar, yet you've never crossed into "actual friendship"? That relationship has a name, and it might be exactly the kind of connection you need right now.In this episode, you'll discover:→ Why "fringe-ships" (relationships with warmth and low obligation) can be loneliness-friendly for busy seasons→ The 4 characteristics that define these in-between connections according to 2025 research→ How to build fringe-ships naturally without making it weird or adding pressure to your calendarSCRIPTURE HIGHLIGHT:  "Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it." Hebrews 13:2Research note: Based on 2025 research by Karen Fingerman and colleagues published in Review of General Psychology, plus 2025 WHO resolution on fostering social connection for global health.Ready for your next step?FREE 5-Minute Daily Reset (instant download):YourNextBestStep.com Weekly encouragement + practical tips:YouTube @CoachJanetJ Instagram: @janetjjaecksIf this episode resonated with you, please follow/subscribe and share with a friend who needs their next step.  One small step. One day at a time.

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You know that person you see all the time - friendly, familiar, yet you've never crossed into "actual friendship"? That relationship has a name, and it might be exactly the kind of connection you need right now. In this episode, you'll discover: → Why "fringe-ships" (relationships with warmth and low obligation) can be loneliness-friendly for busy seasons → The 4 characteristics that define these in-between connections according to 2025 research → How to build fringe-ships naturally without m...

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