Making and Maintaining Friendships as an Adult

209: Adult life can be super isolating. Like, how are you supposed to make friends when you don’t have recess, dance class, or a homeroom to bring you together?I’ve found the keys to the friendship kingdom, and I want to share them with you. Let’s get into how I’ve been able to create new friendships and maintain old ones, even while traveling the world.Personally, I highly value friendships. I know relationships are the core of my happiness and the baseline for my mental health. Knowing where your values lie can really help motivate you to put yourself out there. Whether it’s raising your hand in a crowd or being the first to DM an online connection, the beginnings of a new connection do come from a commitment to putting yourself out there.Whether you’re a solo traveler or a mom working a nine to five, I think this episode will support you in your search for community and find your own Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants moment.In this episode, I discuss: Treating leisure like a commitment, just like you do a workout or meeting Making the most out of online communities How to make friends in a crowd (even if you’re not the most Leo-esque person in the room) Maintaining old friendships, no matter where you’re at in life Playing into each friendships’ strengths to create longevity Why I don’t buy into the “just cut people out of your life if they don’t serve you” mantra the self-help world preaches at usLooking to launch a podcast of your own? Download my free cheat sheet HEREWant to send a voice note to the podcast and have Chelsea answer you on air? Do so HERE.Connect with Chelsea Website 1:1 Coaching Mic Drop InstagramFull Transcript HERESocial media is fickle AF, but your community doesn't have to be. Life of the Party is a content strategy program that helps creative leaders own their growth, engagement, and joy online.  Walk away with a sustainable strategy to skyrocket the visibility of your biz, become known for your unique POV, and grow an online community stacked with the caliber of clients you've always dreamed of collabing with. Use code NOTES for $100Connect with Chelsea:🪐 Pitch Perfect Fall 2026 Waitlist☄️ SUPERNOVA waitlist: the thinking lab for the deep thinkers, world-builders, and curious visionaries who see futures that don't exist yet. 💻 Website🍿Popcorn Club: Monthly meet-up to debrief TV, movies, and the zeitgeist📜 Footnotes newsletter filled with rabbit holes💌 The Art of the Ask Podcast📱 IG: ⁠@chelseariffe⁠🧵 Threads: @chelseariffeSupport NFNTW: Your donations help cover costs of running the show; you can help fund NFTNW right HERE. If you're unable to donate financially, share it. It all adds up!Want to sponsor NFTNW? Email [email protected] to discuss partnership packages!