Ever been caught in a friendship that felt more like a battlefield? I've been there too. On this episode of the Striving Butterfly podcast, I, Coleen Myers, draw from personal experiences to navigate the maze that friendships can present. I paint a vivid picture of how friendships, both refreshing and toxic, shape us and the sometimes painful decisions we need to make for the sake of our peace. A girls' trip gone wrong and a golden 21-year-long friendship with a university buddy exemplify the ups and downs in my journey. We explore the dynamics between friendships and romantic relationships, and the necessity of setting boundaries. From exciting beginnings to unexpected ends, we dissect the influences of distance, life changes, and social media on our relationships, and the importance of communication and confronting issues head-on. Finally, I invite you to be part of the Striving Butterfly community on various social media platforms, where we can continue these enlightening conversations. Your reviews and ratings are the key to the continued success of this podcast. So join me, and let's navigate the complexities of friendships together, one story at a time. Also, stay tuned for a sneak peek into what's coming next. Experience, learn, grow, and share with the Striving Butterfly Podcast. Support the showTake a second to reset…hit that 'Control, Alt, Delete' as we go on this journey of owning our truth, building on our future, and becoming the best version of ourselves. Subscribe, Comment, & download this podcast on your favorite listening platform. Email a question, topic or to share your experience: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @thestrivingbutterfly, and check out our website - www.thestrivingbutterfly.com Thanks for listening!