Today, Shasta is joined by her two close friends, J’Leen and Valerie, to discuss an interesting situation that occurred within their friend group: they each had assumed that they all shared the same political views as one another, only to recently discover that this was far from the truth! What do they do next? Is it better to avoid political discussions altogether to keep their friendship intact?

Join Shasta, J’Leen, and Valerie as they explore the complexities of political conversations among friends. They reflect on their personal journeys, challenge assumptions, and emphasize the importance of open dialogue, especially in today’s divided world. Don’t miss this candid discussion in the season finale of Frientimacy!

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• Friendships Don’t Just Happen!: The Guide to Creating a Meaningful Circle of GirlFriends
• Frientimacy: How to Deepen Friendships for Lifelong Health and Happiness
• The Business of Friendship: Making the Most of Our Relationships Where We Spend Most of Our Time

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Shasta and Lisa are new friends who have recently discovered they have differing political views from one another. And although they are voting differently from each other this election season, Shasta and Lisa have actually chosen to embrace their contrasting beliefs, and use them as an opportunity for growth and deeper connection with one another.

Throughout the episode, the friends discuss how they have sometimes feared being judged for their opinions, and how these fears often hinder them from speaking their minds in conversations. They talk about the importance of approaching sensitive topics with genuine curiosity, rather than a political agenda. And most importantly, they explore how healthy it can be to surround yourself with people who might have different viewpoints than you.

Tune into this third episode of Shasta’s political mini-series to hear an inspiring conversation about how new friendships can grow stronger by navigating difficult conversations with compassion and respect.

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Join Shasta’s mailing list to be the first to know about upcoming episodes, friendship coaching, trips, and more: https://www.shastanelson.com/mailing-list.

Shasta’s books on belongingness and human connection:

• Friendships Don’t Just Happen!: The Guide to Creating a Meaningful Circle of GirlFriends
• Frientimacy: How to Deepen Friendships for Lifelong Health and Happiness
• The Business of Friendship: Making the Most of Our Relationships Where We Spend Most of Our Time

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After much convincing, Shasta has finally gotten her mom to agree to a long-overdue conversation about how their differing political views have affected their relationship. Over the years, their discussions, though never intended to be political, often spiraled into heated debates, creating an emotional rift between them.

In this second episode of Shasta’s political mini-series, the two tackle the unspoken tensions that have grown beneath the surface. Together, they explore the impact of their political differences on their conversations and seek to find common ground in a world that often feels divided.

Tune in for an honest and vulnerable episode, as Shasta and her mom share their experiences, confront their challenges, and work towards deeper understanding. Will this conversation help bridge the gap between them? Listen in to find out!

Connect with other listeners on our Mighty Networks community!

Join Shasta’s mailing list to be the first to know about upcoming episodes, friendship coaching, trips, and more: https://www.shastanelson.com/mailing-list.

Shasta’s books on belongingness and human connection:

• Friendships Don’t Just Happen!: The Guide to Creating a Meaningful Circle of GirlFriends
• Frientimacy: How to Deepen Friendships for Lifelong Health and Happiness
• The Business of Friendship: Making the Most of Our Relationships Where We Spend Most of Our Time

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Shasta on Instagram

Shasta on YouTube

Shasta on Facebook

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