Friendship Help

How do we make and keep friends in an era of distraction, burnout, and chaos, especially in a society that often prizes romantic love at the expense of other relationships? In Platonic, Dr. Marisa G. Franco unpacks the latest, often counterintuitive findings about the bonds between us—for example, why your friends aren’t texting you back (it’s not because they hate you!), and the myth of “friendships happening organically” (making friends, like cultivating any relationship, requires effort!).

Every woman is searching for a happier, healthier, more fulfilling life. Many realize the significant role that an intimate, tightly knit circle of friends plays in creating a more fulfilling life, but with hectic schedules, frequent moves, and life changes, it's more important than ever for women to establish natural, meaningful friendships. In Friendships Don't Just Happen!, Shasta Nelson, friendship expert and CEO of GirlFriendCircles.com, reveals the most important proven steps, processes, and secrets vital to establishing the five different levels of friendships.

Ever wanted to send a vague, dramatic social media post and call it “communication”? Do you cancel plans just to scroll in peace—then wonder why you're never invited anywhere? Congratulations! You may already be a master of modern friendship sabotage. Hilarious, biting, and oddly soul-soothing, How to Lose Friends and Resent People is your satirical survival guide to all the messy ways we accidentally destroy relationships—while swearing it's “self-care.” Think of it as the evil twin of Dale Carnegie’s timeless classic, How to Win Friends and Influence People—only with more ...

They say friends are the family we choose. And that choosing—the joy of loving and being loved by someone who isn't genetically obligated to share life with us—adds priceless worth to our days, but also great risk. Because hurt can happen even in the closest friendships, and sometimes friendships fall apart. The loss can be staggering. As we struggle to digest the pain and confusion, we wonder, How could this happen? And what do I do now? Beloved author Elizabeth Laing Thompson comes alongside listeners as they process their struggling friendships.

Did you know that storytelling is one of the best parts of a child's bedtime routine? For a lot of parents, getting their child to fall asleep is such a chore. If you're one such parent, then you might be looking for ways to help your little one wind down and get into bed without a fuss. The fact is, all children need a solid bedtime routine to help them relax and fall asleep at night. With a bedtime routine, everything becomes easier. Does your child have such a routine? If not, then it's time to start building one. To help your child fall asleep, you can give them a warm glass of milk, do...

*****#1 KINDLE BESTSELLING TEEN & YOUNG ADULT SCHOOL & EDUCATION***** Surviving junior high! - Discover how to deal with peer pressure and find your true friends… It all started as a joke… It was on one of those days when we could feel that summer had almost arrived. Three boys of my class got hold of one of the quiet geeky kids, and for no special reason decided to pull a prank on him… they tied him to a chair in the middle of the playground and stripped off all his clothes…even his pants and shorts! Interested to read what happened next? Read this and many more fun and exciting ...

Unlock Social Confidence and Thrive—A Practical Guide for Teens on the Spectrum Navigating social situations as a teen on the autism spectrum can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. "Social Skills Workbook for Teens on the Spectrum" is your step-by-step guide to building confidence, making friends, and handling real-world interactions with ease. Packed with practical exercises, engaging activities, and real-life scenarios, this workbook provides clear and structured guidance to help teens develop essential communication, friendship, and problem-solving skills—all while staying...

Willa likes certain things to be certain ways. Her socks have to be soft...and definitely can't have irritating tags on the inside. She loves the crunch of popcorn and nachos...but is grossed out by the crunch of a baby carrot. And slimy foods? Those are the worst. Willa can manage all these things - but there are some things she can't deal with, like her father's big news. He's been keeping a big secret from her...that he's been dating the mom of Willa's best friend Ruby.

Should I start by welcoming you to the world of dating? The world where people speak about butterflies in the stomach. For some people, it is the spark you feel when you are with the one you love—the spark that energizes you. Well, whether it is a ray of sunshine that brightens your day, the feeling of home, or some magical force that makes the mundane feel extraordinary, you will agree that love is wild, and so is the world of dating. It is true that no two relationships are the same, and when it comes to life with a partner, there are tons of things in the mix that people may hesitate ...

Have you been looking for book to help you make friends, especially if you hate people. Being an introvert can be hard but there is no need to suffer any longer. This book is a quick guide to understanding the true meaning of friendship and the age old secrets you can use to make new friends but with a modern twist. This is a big lonely world if we make it that way so why not go ahead and try something new. Worst case scenario at least you get another book for the collection. J.K. Young offers a unique blend of quick wit along with classic style when it comes to his writing. He has over 20 ...

Children's books ages 9-12 Surviving Primary School! - Discover how to deal with peer pressure and find your true friends…, It all started on one completely normal afternoon when Claire invited her friend Penny to come over to her house. They chatted on Facebook for a while until Claire went out of the room for a few minutes. The moment she stepped out of the door Penny went straight back to the computer which was still open on Claire’s Facebook page, and without blinking an eye lid started writing really insulting comments in Claire’s name on the wall of Claire’s best friend… ...

Break free from toxic relationships and reclaim your God-given worth. Are you searching for a Bible-based approach to help you heal, regain strength, and end the cycle of toxicity? If so, you're not alone. You deserve relationships that uplift and nurture you—and with the guidance in this book, that's entirely within your reach. Toxic Relationships is a compassionate, faith-based guide and journal designed to help you identify, confront, and overcome unhealthy relationships in every area of life.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their most heartwarming magical adventure yet! When a poetry-speaking goat named Gus appears on their street, these three best friends know another incredible journey awaits. Perfect for early readers ages 6-9, this enchanting chapter book combines magical realism with valuable life lessons about community, friendship, and respecting elders. 🌟 What Makes This Story Special: ✓ Educational Adventures: Children learn about hope, teamwork, and the wisdom of older generations through active participation, not passive reading ✓ Diverse Characters: Features ...

If I asked you to fill in the blank for this statement, what would you say? "Relationships are..." Would you say, complicated, messy, exciting, good, or painful? Actually relationships can be all of these things, but much of your success depends on how you handle these relationships. In fact, I'm almost certain of the #1 problem you face today in your relationships: How to properly identify your relationships and communicate so you can feel significant, valued, loved, and wanted. And if you're concerned about being alone, feeling disconnected in your relationships, or becoming frustrated ...

The Big Cheese is the best at everything, and brags about it, too. When the annual Cheese-cathlon comes around, the Big Cheese is prepared to win, as always. But what happens when the quiet new kid, Wedge Wedgeman, comes out on top? Is a slice of humility all the Big Cheese needs to discover that some things are better than being the best?

🏁 A Thrilling Summer Adventure About Friendship, Courage, and Chasing Your Dreams! 🏁 Kayla Thompson is bold, brave, and determined to make history as the first girl to place in Timber Ridge’s annual Gravity Games! But there’s one big problem—she doesn’t even have a go-kart. The 4th of July derby is the highlight of the summer in her small Pacific Northwest town, and Kayla is ready to prove she has what it takes to race with the best. When her older brother leaves town, and the local kids refuse to help, Kayla’s dream seems out of reach. But everything changes when Lenny, a ...

In the summer of 1975, 17-year-old Eva Dillon's family was living in New Delhi when her father was exposed as a CIA spy. Eva had long believed that her father was a US State Department employee. She had no idea that he was handling the CIA's highest ranking double agent - Dmitri Fedorovich Polyakov, a Soviet general whose code name was TOPHAT. Dillon's father and Polyakov had a close friendship that went back years, to their first meeting in Burma in the mid-1960s.

Friendship isn’t effortless—but it’s essential. In Friendships Need Work, Too, Dr. Richard L. Travis invites readers to rethink how we show up for the people who matter most—friends, siblings, even family members who could become friends again. Whether your relationships have quietly drifted, ruptured with hurt, or simply feel stuck, this compassionate guide offers a path toward reconnection, repair, and deeper belonging. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Reconnect with friends you’ve lost touch with Navigate conflict and awkward silences Maintain closeness in busy seasons of life ...

Does life ever feel like too much—like you’re constantly getting knocked down by the trials thrown at you? Are you looking for simple ways to use the hurdles in your path to transform your life? Turning Life Into Lemonade is an inspiring tale of tragedy and triumph along the winding, and often rocky, path of life—amidst many challenges and setbacks. It follows the journey of someone who, in ten years’ time, goes through eight surgeries, being diagnosed with four rare chronic health conditions—one of them life-threatening—and the lessons learned along the way to persevere ...

Do you desire deeper, more fulfilling relationships? Whether it’s your marriage, friendships, family, or faith community, strong relationships are built on love, trust, and God’s truth. God created us for connection, and His Word provides the wisdom we need to cultivate meaningful, lasting relationships. When we align our thoughts and words with His truth, we open the door to greater harmony, love, and understanding in our relationships. Imagine having the tools to navigate conflicts with grace, strengthen emotional bonds, and build relationships rooted in faith and love. In this ...