TAB 3: Friendship, Boundaries & Why “We Should Catch Up” Isn’t Enough

In this episode of OPN TABS, we open the tab on friendship - what it really takes to build it, sustain it, and show up in it fully. From meeting at university to becoming genuinely close, we reflect on our journey and the intentional choices that shaped our connection.We get into the cost of avoiding vulnerability and how surface-level friendships can leave us feeling disconnected, even when we’re surrounded by people. We unpack the pressure and politics of birthday dinners, our shared disdain for “we should catch up” friendships, and what those dynamics reveal about how we value each other’s time and energy.We also explore the rise of parasocial relationships and the idea of “monitoring spirits” online - questioning how social media can blur the lines between real support and silent observation.From navigating confrontation to defining our friendship non-negotiables, this conversation is about choosing honesty over comfort, depth over convenience, and building friendships that can actually hold us.Let us know what you think in the comments! 🫂💗