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The Heart of Friendship | How to Make Friends, Female Friendship, Adult Friendship, Friendship Advice

Cecelia Curtis - Christian Friendship Coach

**A TOP 2% PODCAST ABOUT FEMALE FRIENDSHIPS**The Heart of Friendship (formerly known as The Friendship Tour) is a podcast about female friendships—and the heart of friendship itself. Hosted by Christian Friendship Coach, Cecelia Curtis, each episode explores how women make friends, keep friends, and become better friends—with faith-based insight, real-life stories, and honest encouragement for every stage of adult friendship.Whether you’re navigating loneliness, seeking deeper connections, or simply

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83 | 6 Truths About Deep Friendships Every Woman...

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2025/09/30

6 Truths About Deep Friendships Every Woman Needs to HearAre you hanging out in Facebook groups asking, “Where is my bestie?” Are you putting yourself out there, hoping to meet a woman who could be a true friend, but still frustrated? You’re tired of doing life alone, and you’re longing for a real connection. I get it, and you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing 6 truths about deep friendships that every woman needs to hear…because here’s the thing: deep friendships are beautiful and

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82 | Real Women Share Their Thoughts on the “Strong...

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2025/09/25

Community Response to The "Strong Friend" SeriesIn this special community-focused episode of The Friendship Tour, we’re closing out our Strong Friend Series by hearing directly from real women in The Friendship Tour's Facebook group. 💬 Some of the responses you’ll hear include: Why being called “the strong friend” can sometimes feel isolating. How seasons of life can shift whether we carry that role or not. The survival habits that come with strength—and the healing that begins when we

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81 | The "Strong Friend's" Dilemma: Helping vs....

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2025/09/23

Are you helping… or are you enabling? It’s not always easy to tell the difference, especially in our closest relationships. In this episode of The Friendship Tour, we’re closing out the 3-part Strong Friend series with a conversation that gets right to the heart of support, accountability, boundaries, and the weight of “superwoman” expectations. My guest, Latasha Kennedy (founder of Girlfriends Thriving), joins me to discuss the tension strong friends face when their care crosses into enabling—and

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80 | The "Strong Friend" Unmasked: Vulnerability,...

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2025/09/16

The Strong Friend UnmaskedAre you the “strong friend” in your circle? The one who always shows up, holds everything together, and carries the weight of everyone else’s struggles? While being dependable and supportive is a gift, it can also come with a hidden cost—frustration, resentment, loneliness, stress, and even physical symptoms like panic attacks and high blood pressure. In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I continue The Strong Friend Series with Part 2: The Strong Friend

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79 | Are You The "Strong Friend"? 3 Mistakes We Make...

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2025/09/09

Are you the "strong friend"—the one everyone calls when life falls apart, the steady one who always shows up? If so, how do you feel about it? And who do you call on when YOU need support?In this episode of The Friendship Tour, Latasha Kennedy and I explore what it means to carry that role in adult friendship—and how it can sometimes leave us feeling unseen or worn out. We’ll unpack 3 common mistakes "strong friends" make in female friendships: - Overextending yourself by trying to fix

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78 | SELAH: A Time to Pause, Reflect, and Recharge...

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2025/09/02

SELAH: A time to pause, reflect, and recharge your life and friendships. Sometimes the best thing we can do for our ourselves—and our friendships—is to pause. In this short episode of The Friendship Tour, Cecelia shares how the word Selah (found in the Psalms and beautifully echoed in Forrest Frank’s song) reminds us to stop, breathe, and reflect. She opens up about taking her own little “Selah” to rest and recharge, and offers gentle encouragement for you to do the same. Whether it’s through a

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77 | NEW TRAILER! - The Friendship Tour with Cecelia...

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2025/08/28

WELCOME TO THE FRIENDSHIP TOUR!Have you ever scrolled through Facebook friendship groups, hoping to find your people, but still come up empty? You’re not alone—and that’s exactly why The Friendship Tour exists. This is the podcast for women navigating the beautiful (and sometimes complicated) world of adult friendships and female friendships. Whether you’re longing for deeper connections, looking to strengthen your current circle, or wanting to build a supportive community, you’ll find

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76 | Conversations You Don't Want to Miss: Adult...

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2025/08/26

Adult Friendship, Purpose, Motherhood & More Being a good friend means celebrating and supporting other amazing women. And, that's what I'm doing this week! In this episode, I highlight some of my favorite conversations about friendship, faith, motherhood, and living with purpose. Listen in for encouragement, practical advice, and inspiration from other women who are doing incredible work: Priorities on Purpose with Melissa Batt – Finding Friends in a New Season: Intentional Tips for Building

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75 | A Little Celebration & Something New!

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2025/08/19

This week’s episode of The Friendship Tour is short, sweet, and full of joy. I’m talking about quality time with loved ones (and with myself), celebrating a big podcast milestone, and sharing something exciting and new that I’ve been working on behind the scenes.Press play to celebrate with me, hear the latest news, and get inspired to savor the rest of your summer with family and friends. Let’s stay connected between episodes! 🌐 Visit the new website → www.ceceliacurtis.com 📬 Sign up for The

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74 | How to Make Peace with Small Talk: 4 Tips to...

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2025/08/12

Do you dread small talk? You're not alone. In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I share practical, encouraging advice to help you make peace with those polite, sometimes awkward conversations that often open the door to meaningful friendships.I walk through four simple truths about small talk that can help you stop overthinking, loosen up, and confidently connect with new people. Whether you're at a work event, church, or in the school pickup line, this episode will leave you feeling more

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73 | An Honest Conversation About the "No New...

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2025/08/05

I'm back with part two of my conversation with sociology professor Chryssy Payne, and this time we’re going even deeper. In this episode, we unpack the “No New Friends” mentality and how it may be doing more harm than good—especially for those of us trying to build healthy, lasting adult friendships. We also talk candidly about church hurt, the challenges of trusting again, and how to find your people - whether you’ve been burned before, are new to the area, or are simply out of practice. Chryssy

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72 | Craving Connection? Let's Have a Real Talk about...

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2025/07/29

This episode is all about community — what it really means, why it matters, and how it shapes our sense of belonging.Join sociology professor Chryssy Payne and me as we explore how community meets deep human needs like validation and identity, even in our increasingly digital world. We share stories from our younger years, talk about how technology helps us stay connected (and sometimes gets in the way), and discuss what it takes to build or rebuild a community after relocating. Some highlights

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BONUS | The Friendship Tour Book Club is BACK! And...

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2025/07/25

The Friendship Tour Book Club is back — and you’re invited!In this quick bonus episode, I’m sharing everything you need to know about our next gathering: 📘 We’re reading My Friends by Fredrik Backman. 📅 The virtual meeting is tentatively set for Saturday, September 6th 🕔 Exact time is TBD based upon time zones. (Last time, we met at 5pm PST / 8pm EST.) Get the Book! 🛍️ Grab the book through the Amazon links below to support The Friendship Tour! Kindle Edition Hardcover Edition Note: An an

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71 | Real Talk with My Lifelong Friend: Gossip,...

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2025/07/22

In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I'm joined again by my lifelong friend, Kina Thornton Frazier. Together, we take a walk down memory lane, reflect on nearly three decades of friendship, and share our thoughts about what makes (or breaks) new friendships. From setting healthy boundaries to trusting your instincts, Kina and I talk through some red flags in new relationships and why pacing matters. Whether you’re navigating the early stages of friendship or wondering whether to walk away, this

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70 | Does She Really Want to be Your Friend? The...

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2025/07/15

Have you ever met someone who seemed excited to connect—but every time you reached out, they were “too busy”? Or maybe you’ve found yourself overpromising on a friendship you couldn’t follow through on. If so, you’ve likely experienced (or unknowingly done) a little breadcrumbing.In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I share a personal story that introduced me to the concept of breadcrumbing in female friendships—and why it matters more than we think. In this episode, I also cover: What Is

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69 | Is Social Media Stealing Your Confidence? The...

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2025/07/08

In this follow-up to our episode, Why Am I All Alone?, author and rehabilitation consultant, Val Walker returns for a powerful conversation about the hidden ways social media shapes our confidence and friendships—especially for women navigating adult connection.With hundreds of online “friends,” why do so many of us still feel alone? Why does a single unanswered message or unliked post feel so personal? And how do comparison and online validation impact how we show up offline? 🎧 In this

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68 | Big News from The Friendship Tour: A New Look, A...

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2025/07/03

In this quick update, I'm sharing a few exciting changes happening with The Friendship Tour :A fresh new look that captures the heart of friendship A new newsletter for friendship tips, encouragement, resources, and early access to events An open invitation to send in your questions for an upcoming Q&A episode Let’s stay connected — just choose a way and say hello! 📬 Sign up for the newsletter 💬 Send in your friendship questions for the Q&A episode at

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67 | Why Am I All Alone? Breaking the Silence on...

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2025/07/01

Have you ever found yourself wondering, “Why am I all alone?” In this heartfelt and honest episode, I’m joined by author, Val Walker to explore one of the most tender—and often silent—struggles many women face: isolation and loneliness in adulthood.Val shares the powerful story that sparked her journey into researching loneliness. Val’s story highlights the harsh realities of and complicated emotions surrounding isolation. She also discusses how even a friend’s abandonment isn’t always what it

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66 | Want Better Female Friendships? Be the Woman Who...

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2025/06/26

Have you ever had a friend say something so kind that it stuck with you for years? Words have power—and in this episode of The Friendship Tour, I’m talking about how we can all become the kind of friend who uses words to build others up in faith, in love, and in friendship.This episode is inspired by the theme from my kids’ school—“Speak Life.” What started as a the school’s theme made its way into everyday conversations at home and eventually became a reminder of how much words matter, especially

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65 | The Ministry of Presence - What To Do When You...

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2025/06/24

Have you ever gotten that call or text—the one that says, “My mom died” or “He left me”—and suddenly you’re frozen, unsure what to say or do? You care deeply, but you don’t want to say the wrong thing or make it worse. In today’s episode of The Friendship Tour, we’re talking about a powerful, often overlooked way to show up for our friends: The Ministry of Presence.Join me for a heartfelt exploration of how simply being there—without fixing, solving, or performing—can be one of the most meaningful

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