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103 | How to Get Along During the Holidays: 5 Tips for a Low(er) Stress Season

The holidays are meant to be joyful—but for many of us, they can also be complicated and STRESSFUL!
This episode builds upon last week's conversation about why the holidays can feel especially hard and offers five simple, practical tips to help you navigate holiday gatherings with more ease—especially when you’re being hosted.
Whether you’re staying with family or attending a themed party you’re not quite sure about, these ideas are meant to help you protect your relationships and your peace.
In this episode, we talk about:
- The importance of honoring arrival times, departure times, and expectations
- How dress codes (yes, even themed ones) can be a quiet way to show respect
- Navigating dietary needs without adding stress for yourself or your host
- How "make yourself at home" doesn't EXACTLY mean "make yourself at home"
- Simple ways to give—and receive—more grace during the holiday season
- The holidays don’t have to be perfect to be meaningful. Sometimes, all it takes is a little effort, a little flexibility, and a lot of grace.Listen, leave a review, and share with others this holiday season!STAY CONNECTED BETWEEN EPISODES:Facebook: The Heart of Friendship Facebook GroupEmail: ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.comWebsite: www.ceceliacurtis.com

102 | Why Are the Holidays So Hard for Some Women - And How Can We Help? (with Cynthia Weary)

In this episode of The Heart of Friendship, Cecelia Curtis sits down with licensed therapist Cynthia Weary for an honest and heartfelt conversation about why the holidays feel heavy for so many women—and how we can better support ourselves and each other.
Cynthia shares her powerful personal story, including loss, grief, divorce, and healing, and explains how those lived experiences shaped her calling to serve others through mental health work and faith. Together, Cecelia and Cynthia explore the emotional realities women face during the holidays, including grief, loneliness, family tension, and the pressure to “hold it all together.”
If the holidays feel hard this year, please remember you're not alone.
And, this episode is for you—and for anyone who wants to show up better for the women they love.

101 | Why Women Struggle to Make and Keep Friends with Dana Mosley

In this eye-opening episode of The Heart of Friendship, Cecelia sits down with guest Dana Mosley for an honest conversation about the real, often-unspoken reasons so many women struggle to make and keep friends in adulthood.
Together, they unpack the emotional and relational patterns that quietly shape our friendships — often without us realizing it.
They talk about:
- The unhealed pain many women carry that blocks true connection
- Why some women seem unapproachable
- How insecurity shows up in adult friendships
- Navigating needy or clingy friends with compassion and healthy boundaries
They also cover:
- The myth that everyone already has a friend group
- Whether or not you really need a best friend to feel supported
If you’ve ever wondered why adult friendship feels harder than it should, this episode offers clarity, encouragement, and practical insight to help you build the deeper connections you’re craving.
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100 | 100th EPISODE CELEBRATION AND $100 GIVEAWAY!

Celebrating 100 Episodes! 🎉
Today, Cecelia Curtis celebrates 100 episodes of The Heart of Friendship and thanks you, the listeners, for being part of this journey!
100 Episodes Giveaway
To celebrate, there are TWO (2) $50 Amazon gift cards up for grabs!
How to enter:
Listen to this episode
Leave a new podcast review
Send a screenshot of your review to Cecelia via Facebook, Instagram, or email (ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.com)
Deadline: Sunday, December 14th at 11:59 PM PT. Winners announced the week of December 15th.
Links & Info
Join the The Heart of Friendship Insider Email List
Email Cecelia: ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.com
Website: www.ceceliacurtis.com
"BE A GOOD FRIEND!"

Before Episode 100: A Thankful Pause, Time with My Girls, and Your Invite to the Next Meetup!

After a beautiful Thanksgiving break filled with family, joy, and quality time with her girls in Napa, Cecelia checks in to share a moment of gratitude, presence, and rest. From brunch with her friends to a ladies-only tasting room, a turkey trot, hosting Thanksgiving dinner, and kicking off the Christmas season, she soaked in every moment of connection.
And now? She’s gearing up for something BIG:
🎉 Episode 100 airs next week!
It's a major milestone—and Cecelia has something special planned. Make sure you’re here for it!
🌸 You're Invited: The Heart of Friendship Virtual Workshop
If you’ve been wanting deeper friendships, a stronger circle of women, or more confidence in building adult friendships… this workshop is for you.
Happening Tuesday, December 9, this free virtual meetup is perfect for women who want to build deeper, more meaningful connections with other women. It's for women who are feeling a bit lonely and disconnected, women who are too busy for friends, women who don't get out often because they're SAHMs, caring for an aging parent, or working from home.Whatever the case, if you wish it were just a bit easier to make friends, this workshop is for YOU!Cecelia will teach a five-step plan to help you move your friendships in the right direction—with connection, clarity, and confidence.Plus: a small group feel, great conversation, encouragement, and even door prizes.
👉 Spots are limited — REGISTER NOW!

99 | A Heart of Gratitude: Wisdom on Thankfulness and Women's Relationships with Alberta Curtis Minters

This week on The Friendship Tour, I'm bringing back one of the most-loved conversations from last year—an episode filled with warmth, wisdom, and the kind of gentle encouragement we all need as we move through the holiday season.
I’m joined by my mother-in-law, Alberta Curtis Minters, a woman whose life is rooted in gratitude, grace, and quiet strength. Her perspective on thankfulness isn’t performative or seasonal—it’s lived. And it has shaped her relationships, her resilience, and the way she loves people.
In this replay, we talk about:
💛 How choosing gratitude shapes the way we show up in friendships🙏 Why a thankful heart can soften hard seasons and hard conversations💬 The small, simple practices that make gratitude feel natural—not forced🌿 How women can use thankfulness to nurture deeper, healthier relationships👩‍❤️‍👩 Our own dynamic as mother-in-law and daughter-in-law
If you’re craving more peace, more joy, and more presence in your friendships, this episode will bless you.
✨ Join the Heart of Friendship Workshop
Want to cultivate deeper, more meaningful friendships in your own life?Sign up for The Heart of Friendship Meetup & Workshop, a free live experience designed to help women build healthier connections—with clarity, confidence, and grace.
👉 Sign up here.

98 | Female Friendship Made Easier: Join The Heart of Friendship Meetup and Workshop!

Female Friendship Made Easier!In today’s episode, Cecelia announces a brand-new Heart of Friendship Meetup & Community-Building Workshop—designed just for ladies who want real friendships and deeper connection.If you’ve been wanting to make new friends, deepen your existing relationships, build your own sisterhood, or just a feel a bit more connected in your own community, this workshop is for you.Workshop DetailsDate / Time: Tuesday, December 9th @ 10am PST / 1pm ESTWhere: Virtual Meeting Room (shared with registered ladies only)Duration: About 60 minutesWho It’s For: Women looking for friendship, community, and connection What You’ll Learn: 5 practical steps to help you build meaningful friendshipsCost: FREE!Group Size: Small + Intimate (spots are limited!)👉 Register for The Heart of Friendship Workshop here.**SORRY, GENTLEMEN! This one is just for the ladies.**

97 | Alone for the Holidays? Maybe You Don't Have to Be! (originally aired November, 2024)

The holiday season is almost here! For many, it’s a time of love, laughter, and connection—but for others, it can feel lonely, especially if you’re away from friends or family.
In this replay episode, Cecelia shares practical friendship advice and ideas for nurturing meaningful connections during the holidays, whether you’re celebrating with loved ones or spending time on your own.
You’ll learn strategies for:
Strengthening adult friendships by reaching out and serving others
Creating your own holiday traditions and celebrations, even if you’re away from family
Using travel or new experiences to connect with others and expand your community
Spreading joy and connection in your local community
If you’re wondering how to make friends as an adult or looking for tips on cultivating female friendships this holiday season, this episode is full of encouragement, inspiration, and practical ideas.
Even if you have friends and family nearby, these tips will help you deepen your relationships and share a little extra love with those around you.
🎧 Tune in now and discover ways to make this holiday season meaningful, connected, and full of friendship.

96 | Why Female Friendships Matter: From Genesis to Winnie the Pooh

In this episode of The Heart of Friendship, Cecelia Curtis explores why female friendships and community are essential for a joyful, meaningful life. Drawing from the Bible, philosophy, sociology, and even Winnie the Pooh, Cecelia makes the case that humans were designed for connection—and true friendships help us grow, support one another, and navigate life’s ups and downs.
You’ll hear insights from:
The Bible: In Genesis 2:18, God said, “It is not good for man to be alone.”
Philosophy: Thomas Aquinas believed friendship is one of life’s greatest pleasures.
Sociology: Emile Durkheim taught that community is essential for mental health, morality, and purpose.
Pop culture & storybooks: Even Winnie the Pooh teaches us about the joy and sweetness of true friendship.
Cecelia also shares practical advice on how to deepen your friendships, meet new people, and create a supportive community around you—because friendship isn’t just about fun; it’s about growth, encouragement, and connection.
Whether you’re looking for friendship advice, ways to build community, or inspiration to nurture your current relationships, this episode is for you.
Action Step:This week, reach out to a friend, join a community group, or try something new to deepen your connections. Friendship starts with showing up.
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95 | How to Stop Being Petty: 5 Tips for Healthier Relationships

We’ve all had those moments — someone says something that rubs us the wrong way, and before we know it, our petty side makes an appearance. In this honest episode, Cecelia H. Curtis, Christian Friendship Coach and host of The Heart of Friendship, shares one of her own petty moments (yes, it involves a customer service call gone wrong) and what she learned about herself, emotional maturity, and pettiness itself.
If you’ve ever caught yourself being a little petty in your friendships or relationships, this episode is for you. Cecelia shares five practical tips to help you stop being petty and build stronger, healthier connections.
You’ll learn how to: ✨ Recognize when you’re being petty (and why) ✨ Pause before reacting ✨ Practice empathy and compassion ✨ Focus on what really matters in your friendships ✨ Choose growth and grace over pride and ego
This lighthearted but meaningful episode reminds us that healthier relationships and stronger female friendships start with self-awareness, humility, and heart.
☕ Grab your favorite drink and tune in for a funny, faith-inspired reminder that we all have petty moments — but we can learn from them and grow into better women and  friends.💖 Connect with Cecelia: Join the conversation and keep growing in friendship!
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