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Hey friend! Today we’re excited to be answering a fantastic listener question that came in recently (we love when that happens!):

👉 How do I have healthy friendships with the opposite s*x—especially in the Christian world?

If you've ever wondered how to navigate these relationships without the awkwardness or crossed wires, you're not alone. Whether you're single, dating, or married, the dynamics of male/female friendships can be tricky—and sometimes even a little confusing.

In this episode of The Road to Happiness Podcast, Josh & Cassie are diving into:

• How to pursue healthy opposite-sex friendships as a single person
• What changes (and what doesn’t) when you're married
• Practical ways to set clear boundaries without killing connection with others
• How to practice "Righteous Flirting"—yes, really!—in a way that builds confidence and clarity, not confusion
• What the Bible actually says about these relationships...

Let’s be real: we’ve seen it all—church cultures that avoid cross-gender friendships entirely, and ones that have no guardrails at all. But we believe Jesus modeled something better. Healthy friendships between men and women are possible, and they can actually make us more whole, mature, and emotionally rich.

Key Takeaways:

• The goal in relationship isn’t avoidance or overexposure—it’s maturity
• Platonic friendships across gender lines can be safe, holy, and healing
• Healthy boundaries don’t block connection—they build it
• You were made to give and receive friendship that reflects the heart of Jesus

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