I love this! As an introvert with mostly introverted inner circle friends, many of whom don't have capacity for weekly or even monthly phone conversations or get-togethers, sync'ing my own desire & availability with theirs leaves room for more inner circle friends. In fact, I have to have several in my inner circle to get in enough social time. This is not in any way to imply that more is better. Just looking at another way that the balancing can happen.
Also, I really relate to what you've shared in tip #4, particularly the feelings you expressed about the change and then the adaptations you made to shift the friendship on your side. Really, all of the tips are great.
Love this- so helpful and makes so many murky feelings tangible and clear. Thank you 🙏
I love this! As an introvert with mostly introverted inner circle friends, many of whom don't have capacity for weekly or even monthly phone conversations or get-togethers, sync'ing my own desire & availability with theirs leaves room for more inner circle friends. In fact, I have to have several in my inner circle to get in enough social time. This is not in any way to imply that more is better. Just looking at another way that the balancing can happen.
Also, I really relate to what you've shared in tip #4, particularly the feelings you expressed about the change and then the adaptations you made to shift the friendship on your side. Really, all of the tips are great.