The Friendship Recession: Why Adult Friendship Feels So Hard

Losing friendships, feeling lonely, and what it actually takes to build real connection as an adult.This episode is another personal one.Over the past few years, I’ve lost some friendships that I never expected to lose. And if I’m being honest, it’s been confusing, a little heartbreaking, and at times… really lonely.And I don’t think I’m the only one.Even as someone who is outgoing, social, and talks to people all day, I’ve felt the lack of real, consistent, close friendship in my life. The kind where you’re just doing life together.So in this episode, I’m talking about:Why friendship feels harder than it used toWhat’s actually changed (there’s real data behind this)What we can do to start creating connection againThis isn’t coming from someone who has it all figured out. I’m right in the middle of it too.If you’ve been feeling a little disconnected, a little lonely, or like you don’t quite have “your people” right now… I think this will resonate.Maybe this is your reminder to reach out… or to go first. WebsitePiece of Work, a MemoirInstagramFacebookTikTok