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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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64 | Girls Trips, Budget Hacks & Travel Dreams - A...

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2025/06/19

In this just-for-fun bonus episode of The Friendship Tour, I sit down (again!) with New Zealand-based travel blogger Sarah Kennerley for a relaxed conversation about one of my favorite topics - traveling!After the last episode on how to travel with friends without breaking the friendship, Sarah and I kept the conversation going—and hit record while we did. In this lighthearted follow-up, we swap stories, compare travel styles, and dish on: Budget-friendly travel tips Our travel styles Our

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63 | How to Travel with Friends (Without Breaking the...

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2025/06/17

Travel and friendship—two of life’s greatest joys… and sometimes, biggest challenges. In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I'm joined by world traveler and travel writer, Sarah Kennerley, to talk about what really goes into planning a trip that strengthens your friendships instead of straining them. Fresh off of a multi-generational trip with friends myself, I'm sharing real-life stories, red flags to watch for, and practical tips on: Choosing the right travel buddy (and why that

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62 | Fact or Fiction? People Don't Like Me Because...

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2025/06/10

We’ve all heard it: “People just don’t like me because I’m honest.” But is that really the case? In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I unpack the truth behind honesty in friendships—where it helps, where it hurts, and how to do it well.I explore the difference between honesty and bluntness, and why the way we speak truth matters more than ever in today’s friendship dynamics. With humor, wisdom, and lived experience, I share practical tools for being honest with love—so that your truth can be

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61 | Be Part of the Show! Ask Your Questions and...

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2025/06/05

In this mini episode of The Friendship Tour, I share a special thank you to everyone who joined the very first Friendship Tour Book Club meeting — it was a beautiful night of laughter, honesty, and connection.But today’s message isn’t just a recap — it’s an invitation! I want to hear from YOU. For an upcoming Q&A-style episode, I'm collecting your real friendship questions: What’s been hard? What are you wondering about female friendship? What do you wish someone would just talk about

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60 | Why Vulnerability Feels So Risky — and Why It’s...

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2025/06/03

In this episode of The Friendship Tour, we get real about vulnerability — what it means, why it’s terrifying, and why it’s absolutely essential for deep, lasting friendships. I share a personal story about opening up to Mia during my journey with infertility, and how her response showed me what true friendship looks like in times of pain and uncertainty. Her words offered more than comfort and understanding — they offered hope and a path forward. We also talk about the deeper truth of vulnerability:

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59 | Real Talk - Navigating Self-Love, Body Image,...

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2025/05/27

In this heartfelt episode of The Friendship Tour, I sit down with an old friend, Mia Overton-Smith, for a deep, honest conversation that starts with confidence—and goes so much further.Together, we explore where confidence really comes from and what happens when we struggle to believe we’re enough. As the conversation unfolds, we dive into topics like self-love, body image, healing from internal lies, faith, and the powerful act of being a good friend to yourself. It’s the kind of real, vulnerable

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58 | Women on Friendship: Advice, Breakups, Mom...

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2025/05/22

In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I share real insights from real women who are part of the Women, Friendship, and Community Facebook group. From friendship breakups to mom friends to the wisdom we wish we’d had years ago—this one’s full of heart, truth, humor, and wisdom.As a group, we recently explored four questions: ✨ Are you team “No New Friends”—or do you stay open to new connections? 📝 What’s one piece of friendship advice you’d give your younger self? 💔 Have you ever ended a

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57 | Why Did I Get Ghosted? Understanding Ghosting in...

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2025/05/20

Have you ever been ghosted by a friend — with no warning, no explanation, just silence? You’re not alone, and you’re likely not exaggerating the pain. In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I'm diving into one of the most confusing and surprisingly common experiences in adult friendships: ghosting. Whether it’s someone you were just getting to know or a longtime friend who suddenly disappeared, ghosting hurts — and it often leaves us with more questions than answers. In this episode, I

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56 | How to Make Friends When You're New in Town:...

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2025/05/13

Moving to a new city or town as an adult can feel exciting — and also incredibly lonely. In this episode of The Friendship Tour, we’re sharing real-world tips for how to make friends and build connection when you’re new in town. Whether you've relocated for a new job, a new relationship, the end of a relationship, your grandkids, or just a bit of adventure, this episode covers the strategies, mindset shifts, and small steps that can lead to genuine, lasting friendships in your new

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55 | Motherhood, Identity, and the Gift of Mom...

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2025/05/06

Motherhood is beautiful, exhausting, and—let’s be honest—a little lonely sometimes. That’s why mom friends matter so much. In this special Mother’s Day episode of The Friendship Tour, I'm diving into the unique bond between moms who truly understand what it means to juggle parenting, identity, and friendship. From diaper changes and picky eaters to deep conversations and encouragement, mom friends are the lifelines we didn’t know we needed—and the ones who help us remember who we are beyond

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54 | Why Being Left Out Might be a Blessing in...

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2025/04/29

Have you ever felt that sting of not being invited? Was there a text you didn’t get, a party you weren’t invited to, a group chat you didn’t even know existed? If your heart has ever whispered, “Why not me?” — this episode of The Friendship Tour is for you.In this episode, we’re talking about being left out — and how sometimes, it’s not rejection… but redirection. What if the closed doors, missed invites, and friendships that drifted away were actually forms of divine protection? Whether you’ve

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53 | You Don't Just Need Friends - You Need Community...

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2025/04/15

This week on The Friendship Tour, Cecelia Curtis shares why community matters more than we sometimes realize—and how a simple Friday night at the football field reminded her of that truth.We’re talking about the difference between friendship and community, and the three big reasons why having a village around you makes life a little easier, a little lighter, and a whole lot more joyful. If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin, emotionally drained, or just wished someone else could pick up your

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BONUS - Virtual Book Club Invitation

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2025/04/10

Hi Friends!Let's read a book together! Why? So we can connect with other amazing women. And, because I personally want to read more and scroll less. I'm just being honest. If you want to join me for a virtual book club, please send a message to ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.com. Don't wait too long, though! I want to make sure the groups are small enough for women to engage with one another, so we only have room for a small group of women. Registration will remain open until Wednesday, April

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52 | Real Talk - New Friends Can Be Exhausting...and...

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2025/04/08

Women often talk about wanting more friends and/or deeper friendships, but you know what we don’t often talk about? How exhausting it can be to make new friends! The whole process is a bit like dating - you meet someone you think is cool, but is the feeling mutual? How do you exchange contact information? And, once you DO exchange phone numbers and follow one another on all the socials, what’s next? How often should you text? How much is too much? How frequently should you hang out? How much is too

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51 | Here's One Thing That Could Be Ruining Your...

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2025/04/01

You want friends. You NEED friends. But you keep thinking about all the previous friendships that didn’t work out. Or, perhaps a bad relationship has shaken your confidence in yourself and in forming new relationships. Maybe you grew up in a toxic or unhealthy family and never really learned how to form healthy relationships. You might even be playing the same old unhealthy scenarios in your mind over and over and over again. Sounds like you might have baggage. And that baggage could be holding you

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50 | Iron Sharpens Iron - How Our Friends Can Help Us...

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2025/03/25

“Birds of a feather flock together.” “Show me your friends, and I’ll show you your future.” We’ve all heard sayings that encourage us to be mindful of the company we keep - and for good reason! Our relationships, whether familial, romantic, or platonic, have the ability to influence our success, or lack thereof, in life.Join Michelle Dallas and me for a conversation about iron sharpening iron. Listen in as we discuss pushing, encouraging, and motivating one another to be the best versions of

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49 | 5 Warning Signs You Shouldn't Ignore When Making...

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2025/03/20

Have you ever met someone who seemed nice, engaged with her a few times, then something happened that made you think, “NOPE! This friendship isn’t for me.” Perhaps that happened to you. You met, hung out, then nada - you never heard from her again. What happened???We all have our relationship warning signs or red flags - the things that make us think the relationship just won’t work out. And other people have them, too. And, that’s okay! Those little warning signs are how we protect ourselves

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48 | 4 Ideas to Help Introverts Make Friends

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2025/03/18

I keep seeing the same joke about introverts on social media…”How do introverts make friends? They wait for extroverts to find them, like them, and adopt them.” Funny, but not funny.If you’re an introvert who struggles with making friends, this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll hear 4 ideas for making friends as an introvert. The first idea is the biggest one - change your mindset. Being an introvert is not a disadvantage or a problem. It’s just who you are. It’s what makes you YOU! So,

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47 | If You Love Them, Tell Them

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2025/03/14

This episode is so simple. If you love them, tell them. Maybe they really need to hear it today. Maybe you really need to say it today. You may not get another chance. You might 1,000 more chances. Say it in ways big and small, and make sure they hear it. I love you. Tell them.

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46 | What Are Deep Friendships, and How Are They...

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2025/03/11

When life gets tough, who has your back? When you have good news to share, who do you call? When you need help with your kids or you're struggling with your health, who’s there for YOU? If you’re not sure how to answer these questions, this episode is for you. Many women, even those who appear to have multiple friends, find themselves coming up short when it comes to deep friendships - the kind of friendships that help you grow, feel supported, and feel less alone in life. In this episode, Lisa

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