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b'Making new friends is hard as an adult! We\\u2019ve been hurt. We\\u2019ve changed and outgrown old ways. So how do we find new friends? And how do we learn to trust after trust has been broken? \\n\\nToday, I\\u2019m joined by 2 of my new friends, Aundi Kolber and Dr. Monique Gadson, as we discuss how to overcome past hurts and brave the work of finding new friends. This episode is packed with practical tips, and I was so touched by the raw emotion that surfaced at the end as we each reflect on our own experiences.\\n\\nHere\\u2019s what we cover: \\n\\n1. Friendship red flags\\n\\n2. Green flags that indicate safety\\n\\n3. The impact of trauma on friendships\\n\\n4. Breaking free from people pleasing\\n\\n5. How to \\u201cbreak up\\u201d with a potential friend\\n\\n6. Is friendship about quality or quantity?\\n\\nConnect with Aundi Kolber and Dr. Monique Gadson\\n\\nFind a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.\\n\\nDo you have questions about friendship for Dr. Alison?\\u2060 Leave them here.\\n\\nWant to receive free bonus content? \\u2060\\u2060Sign up for my free weekly email here.\\n\\nThanks to our sponsors:\\n\\nGo to \\u2060www.organifi.com/bestofyou\\u2060 today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. \\n\\nGo to AquaTru.com and enter code BESTOFYOU at checkout to get 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! \\n\\nGet 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/BESTOFYOU or use code BESTOFYOU at checkout.\\n\\nRelated Episodes:\\n\\n\\u2060Episode 14\\u2060: The Fawn Response and the Hidden Root of People Pleasing\\n\\nEpisode 33 with Dr. Monique Gadson\\n\\nEpisode 45 and Episode 46 with Aundi Kolber\\n\\nEpisode 58\\u2060: How to Find Friends Who Bring out the Best of You, Why it Matters, and How a Good Friend Can Transform Your Life\\n\\n\\u2060Episode 59\\u2060: Finding Your People, Overcoming Past Hurt, & Deepening Friendships Through Intentional Community\\n\\nMusic by Andy Luiten\\n\\nSound editing by Kelly Kramarik\\n\\nWhile Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.\\n\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'