Bonus Episode: Friends Are Family We Choose, with Kristen Strong

In this episode, Becky Keife interviews author Kristen Strong about her book 'Friends Are Family We Choose'. They discuss the importance of friendship and belonging, especially in the context of military life. Kristen shares her personal experiences and insights on making and maintaining friendships. They also talk about the power of in-person relationships and the need for deep connections. The book is described as a gift book that expresses gratitude and appreciation for meaningful friendships. Kristen encourages listeners to persevere in finding and nurturing friendships.

Takeaways

• Friendship is a learned art and skill that requires effort and intentionality.
• In-person relationships provide a sense of belonging and contentment.
• Having a few deep friendships is more valuable than having many surface-level acquaintances.
• Good friends support and serve each other in tangible ways.
• Finding and nurturing friendships requires perseverance.

If you want to tell your friend what she means to you but don’t quite have the words, Kristen Strong is here to help. She is an (in)courage writer and an author whose books include Girl Meets Change and Friends Are Family We Choose, and she writes as the friend helping you get in your friendship groove. Her gift book, Friends Are Family We Choose, is a small but mighty book that’s just the thing to bless the bestie or good friend in your life that you love like a member of your own family.

Order your copy of Friends Are the Family You Choose, and leave a comment on the featured excerpt shared earlier this week for a chance to WIN a copy:  https://incourage.me/?p=248599

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