Hi, I’m Suzanne...I help women make new connections, build genuine friendships and thrive in midlife together. Because life is better with friends by your side.
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Hi Reader... Friday night I was out to dinner. At the table next to me...two women, friends, sitting across from each other. And both of them were on their phones. Scrolling social media. Every so often one of them would look up, say something quick...and then they'd go right back their screens. That was the whole dinner. No real conversation. No leaning in. No "you'll never believe what happened today…” Then they got up and left. Two friends, out together...who barely talked. Here's why I'm telling you this… We all want more connection. We want friends to do things with... But then when we get together…we pull out our phones. Nothing beats real connection in person. Not a funny reel. Not the likes. Not whatever is happening on that screen. Your friend sitting across from you is the most important thing, right in front of you. So put the phone away. Look up. And be fully present. Be the friend you’d want to have. The next time you're out with a friend... Do a check in with yourself…are you really there? Or is your phone stealing away the moment? Always remember...life is better, when you share it with the right friends. With love, Suzanne P.S. One more thing...are you in The Friendship Connection yet? It's our free private Facebook group, where women in midlife make new friends. I'd love to see you in there! :) Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsconnection |
Suzanne Oshima
Hi, I’m Suzanne...I help women make new connections, build genuine friendships and thrive in midlife together. Because life is better with friends by your side.
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