How to Tolerate Discomfort and Awkwardness in Friendships
Friends, FamilyChristina Ferrariawkward, discomfort, uncomfortable, friendship, friend, fringe, bonus friend, how to show up differently, speak up, speaking up, tell a friend, change, avoid, avoidance
3 Things to Do If You’re Tired of Being the Backup Fringe Friend
Friends, Social events, DatingChristina Ferrarimaking friends, friend, friends, new friends, friend help, conversation, social skills, how to connect, real friendships, authentic, fringe, fringe friend, back up friend, not the favorite, popular
4 Ways to Tell if You’re a Fringe Friend or They’re a Mean Girl
Mean Girls, FriendsChristina Ferrarimean girl, mean moms, fringe, fringe family, fringe friend, friendship audit, questioning friendship, friendship help, one sided, neurodivergent, adhd, neurotypical, autism
How to Break the Cycle of Being the Fringe Friend & Family Member
Mother in law, Mean Girls, Gaslighting, FamilyChristina Ferrarifringe friend, fringe family, family drama, mean girl, sister in law, mother in law, sister drama, mom, fringe
Tips & Scripts You Need To Stop Being the Fringe Family Member
Family, Mother in law, Mean Girls, Gaslighting, FriendsChristina Ferrarifamily drama, fringe, fringe family, holiday drama, over functioning, giver, peacekeeper, adjusting to their schedule, adjusting, they never share anything, you're always the one reaching out, they never call, exclude you, exclusion, mention plans you aren't a part of, only invited to big events