If you’ve ever struggled to feel like you belong, this episode is for you. I’ve struggled with belonging for decades. I couldn't understand how other people seemed to find large groups of friends. But I’ve figure out how to belong on my own terms. And, paradoxically, I realized—that’s exactly what belonging is.
Today’s episode is personal, hopeful, and practical. Here's what we cover:
1. The myth of belonging (9:08)
2. The 2 paths to isolation (5:36)
3. What about social anxiety? (9:50)
4. The surprising path to belonging (20:19)
5. 3 easy steps you can take TODAY (29:50)
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