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We're joined by the remarkable Laura Tremaine, author and advocate for meaningful friendships. In this episode, Laura emphasizes the importance of having a diverse circle of 10 friends to support women in various life aspects, introducing us to her concept of "life council." We explore her personal journey, moving from a small town to Los Angeles, and how this shaped her views on friendship and overcoming loneliness.Laura delves into the evolution of friendships in adulthood and the value of recognizing different types of friends within a "life council." She offers insights on setting boundaries, self-awareness, and the significance of self-care, particularly during the busy season of motherhood. Laura's wisdom extends to journaling for personal growth and finding new friends and networks while embracing the word of the year, "expanse," for a more expansive mindset in 2024.Join us on this inspiring journey with Laura Tremaine as we uncover the secrets to meaningful friendships, personal growth, and achieving your goals. It's an episode filled with valuable insights and actionable advice that you won't want to miss! Tune in! What you'll hear in this episode:[0:00] Friendship and motherhood with author Laura Tremaine. [4:05] Friendship and loneliness in adulthood.[9:15] Friendship and vulnerability in different stages of life.[13:25] Building meaningful friendships in various aspects of life. [20:25] Friendship lessons for teenagers. [26:00] Recognizing unhealthy friendships and setting boundaries. [31:25] Self-awareness and introspection for better relationships. [36:35] Friendship practices and to-do lists.[39:40] Self-care practices for busy moms. [44:50] Journaling for personal growth and documentation. [48:10] Finding new friends and networks. [53:05] Personal growth and expansion. CONNECT WITH LAURAFollow Laura: @laura.tremaineLearn more at https://www.lauratremaine.com/CONNECT WITH KELSEYFollow Kelsey: @thisiskelseysmithFollow Momma Has Goals: @mommahasgoalsDownload the app for Apple or AndroidLearn more at https://thisiskelseysmith.com/Join our text list. Text "Goals" to (707) 347-0319