She Asked Everyone to Be a Bridesmaid… Except Me (Why Your Friends Might Be Leaving You Out)

Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-Bridesmaid. Author and pro bridesmaid Jen Glantz brings her hit newsletter to life in this judgment-free zone for all your burning real wedding, love, and friendship drama questions—plus expert advice to help sort it all out. In this episode, Jen is joined by Lucie Beatrix—model, ultrarunner, and host of The Lucie Beatrix Podcast—to unpack the quiet heartbreak of being left out. From friendship breakups to the sting of not getting a bridesmaid invite, they open up about what it means to grow out of friendships and how to protect your peace along the way. Plus, they hear from a caller whose best friend invited everyone else to be a bridesmaid… except her. Ouch. Episode Highlights: • What to do when you feel invisible in your own friend group • The quiet power of walking away from relationships that drain you • Why friendship breakups can hurt even more than romantic ones • Tips for making new friends in your 30s (and not feeling weird about it) • Why it’s totally okay to not have a huge circle of friends If you’ve ever wondered, “What’s wrong with me?” after getting left out, this one’s for you. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated on future episodes!