Category Archives: Defining Friendship

I Have This Theory that Friendship Can Save the World

Posted on September 11, 2012 by ShastaGFC

This is my manifesto for doing what I do.  I believe that beyond the joy and health that friendships bring us personally, they also give us the place to practice being the people who this world needs. I share this … Continue reading →

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Frientimacy: The Intimacy of Friends

Posted on November 6, 2011 by ShastaGFC

This is a posting that was originally posted April 26, 2010 on my former blog. Because I’ve been writing more about Frientimacy, I wanted to re-port this illustration of how it’s played out in my life. ________________________ Sitting in that … Continue reading →

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Defending the Introverts, Defining Mutuality

Posted on October 17, 2011 by ShastaGFC

If I had to put money on the table next to what I thought was a primary barrier to women building new friendships, I’d put it next to a mistaken view of what mutuality means. Sure, lack of time will … Continue reading →

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Healthy Friendship: How to Be the Best Friend Possible

Posted on September 22, 2011 by ShastaGFC

Note from Shasta: For Friendship Month this September I’ve invited some women to guest blog for me, adding their voices and experiences to our journey.  Today I’m hosting two posts: one from a therapist highlighting four qualities of emotionally safe … Continue reading →

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6 Books to Help Your Friendships

Posted on September 13, 2011 by ShastaGFC

I often quote the research from BYU that revealed just how important friendships are to our health.  The sentiment of the research didn’t surprise me at all, but what they compared it to sure did! After compiling extensive relational studies, … Continue reading →

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What Types of Friends Do You Need?

Posted on September 1, 2011 by ShastaGFC

As we start Friendship Month, I’m stepping into my commitment to start vlogging too!  I’m planning to regularly upload up a clip on YouTube since sometimes it’s easier to teach on video than in writing.  (I’d be honored if you’d … Continue reading →

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My Prayer: Who I Want To Be

Posted on July 11, 2011 by ShastaGFC

I want to show up in life in such a way that you feel greeted in my presence. Welcomed. Worthy. Accepted. That means when I see you I start with love.  It means I refuse to  wait until my ego … Continue reading →

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Today is National Best Friend Day: How to Make a BFF

Posted on June 8, 2011 by ShastaGFC

Today, June 8, is National Best Friend Day. The easy thing to do would be to write a posting on the glories and joys of a BFF.  But, I figure most of us have a sense of how good it … Continue reading →

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Is He Really a Friend? I’m Doubtful.

Posted on May 19, 2011 by ShastaGFC

I admit I’m a bit more obsessed with the word friend than the average person.  I seem to see and hear it everywhere.  The same way  you begin to notice everyone else has your car once you buy it, how … Continue reading →

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