In this mini episode of The Friendship Tour, I share a special thank you to everyone who joined the very first Friendship Tour Book Club meeting — it was a beautiful night of laughter, honesty, and connection.

But today’s message isn’t just a recap — it’s an invitation! I want to hear from YOU. For an upcoming Q&A-style episode, I'm collecting your real friendship questions: What’s been hard? What are you wondering about female friendship? What do you wish someone would just talk about already?!

Whether it’s about making new friends, setting boundaries, navigating conflict, or keeping friendships strong through life’s changes — no topic is off-limits. You can email your question, DM on Instagram, or post in the Facebook group (links below!).

This is your chance to shape an episode of the podcast — let’s do this together. 💛

• Email: ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.com

• Facebook Group: bit.ly/thefriendshiptourpodcast

• Instagram: @thefriendshiptourpodcast

Next Week: Fact or Fiction: People Don’t Like Me Because I’m Honest – don’t miss it!

In this episode of The Friendship Tour, we get real about vulnerability — what it means, why it’s terrifying, and why it’s absolutely essential for deep, lasting friendships.

I share a personal story about opening up to Mia during my journey with infertility, and how her response showed me what true friendship looks like in times of pain and uncertainty. Her words offered more than comfort and understanding — they offered hope and a path forward.

We also talk about the deeper truth of vulnerability: it's not just sharing a story or a struggle — it's letting yourself be seen for who you really are. And that can be scary. Because if people see the real you and walk away, it hurts in a very real way.

But here’s the flip side: if someone sees the real you and stays — listens, embraces, supports — that’s when friendship deepens. That’s when connection gets real.

We explore why vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s courage. It’s how you find your people. And if someone rejects the real you? That tells you everything you need to know. This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered if they’re too much, not enough, or just afraid to let the mask drop. We’re here to say: it’s worth the risk. Want to Connect Between Episodes? 1. Join the Women, Friendship, and Community Facebook group. 2. Follow @thefriendshiptourpodcast on Instagram. 3. Email me at ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.com.

In this heartfelt episode of The Friendship Tour, I sit down with an old friend, Mia Overton-Smith, for a deep, honest conversation that starts with confidence—and goes so much further.

Together, they explore where confidence really comes from and what happens when we struggle to believe we’re enough. As the conversation unfolds, they dive into topics like self-love, body image, healing from internal lies, faith, and the powerful act of being a good friend to yourself.

It’s the kind of real, vulnerable dialogue that only happens between trusted friends—and we’re so glad to share it with you.

• What confidence really is

• The “spirit of failure” and how it impacts connection

• Being a better friend to yourself

• Healing from the lies we tell ourselves

• The role of faith in identity and healing

• Encouragement for women navigating self-worth and belonging

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear from you. Leave a review!

Other ways to connect: Facebook Community: Women, Friendship, and Community Instagram: @thefriendshiptourpodcast Email: ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.com

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