fading relationships
This is an excerpt from vol. 22 of The Weekly PRST. I received so much feedback on it that I thought I’d share it publicly (although if you know, you know all of the Weekly PRSTs can be found on here). Not only did the positive responses lead me to putting it out in as a post, they also made me want to look for more opportunities to write some longer form posts to include in the PRST library.
I shared with a friend that I had finally accepted that I think I am in the beginning of a transition amongst my network--meaning I think the next phase of life will see new people enter my life and old not go away but become a lesser part of my journey. I really started to notice this earlier this year but I had a hard time accepting this because some of the people I see transitioning to new roles in my life are people I've looked up to for years, originally only dreamt I would meet, or were very close friends. It's hard to think about the relationships that you wanted so bad or that were so important fading away but that's what happens and it's not bad. I've discussed this before in episodes about chapters of life on the podcast.
Look back over your life. How many of your closest friends from different phases of life are still close friends today?
Probably just a few, if you're lucky.
Over time your friends change because you change schools, maybe you move, you go to college, you change jobs, you have kids, etc. I once heard your circle of friends changes every 7 years...I don't remember where I heard that but it's been years since I've heard it and for some reason it's stuck with me. But, the cool thing about genuine relationships is many of those friends from past chapters pick right back up whenever you see them--it's like nothing changed. It's like time travel occurs and you immediately go back to that time when you were operating on the same frequency.
The old relationship isn't lost and wasn't a waste but it's no longer what you need. You've outgrown that relationship--you served your purpose in that person's life and they in yours.
I'd consider myself a good friend but for most of the changing of friends cycles I've been at ease with relationships drifting and new ones picking them up. However, this cycle was a little harder for me to come to accept, however this week I finally came to peace with it.
If you're going through a transition like this it's important to know not everyone will drop out of your life---I know exactly who will continue with me into this next chapter. Some of the characters in your book will be with you through every chapter of your journey and some will be in a couple (or one). Embrace the evolution and be excited about what you are going to learn from the new people who come into your life and realize they are coming into your life for a reason...there are no coincidences.
Speaking of people coming into my life
I got to see a lot of friends two weeks ago at the Future Proof festival (I shared last week). But I also was fortunate enough to meet some new people as well...people coming into my life at this time for a reason. There were a few instances that I know the connections were for a greater purpose to be revealed soon.
One such connection was with a couple based in LA. I remember seeing them talking with friends of mine throughout the conference but never getting a chance to meet them and find out who they were. Finally, on the last evening our paths crossed and I was introduced to Adrienne and Amir. There was an immediate connection and I could feel we were all operating on the same frequency--you know that feeling when you first meet someone that you're going to be friends with them.
I wanted to highlight them because they have a really cool non-profit called Eat Move Meditate that I wanted to put on your radar. You can read more about the organization and how they are helping the underserved communities of South LA "relate to food, movement, and mindful living through our Community Events, Kids Club, and Wellness Club initiatives." What they are building is special and making a huge impact on their community and I'm excited to see them expand their reach outside of LA.
You'll get to see and hear from Adrienne and Amir below...
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