Friendship Break Ups and Deal Breakers
10/16/24 • 22 min
Have you ever found yourself wondering: “Should I stay friends with that person?” “Why did this friendship end?” or, “As a Christian, is it even okay for me to stop being friends with someone?” On this episode of the Love & Clarity season, Lisa Whittle dives deep into the subject of “breakups” – addressing the inevitable challenges that come when relationships are strained between friends, relatives, and even fellow churchgoers. Pairing Biblical truth with practical wisdom, Lisa offers guidance on how to provide healthy boundaries, how to set expectations, and how to determine if and when it’s time to “let go.” Lean in to discover how you can navigate relationships in a way that honors God and others.
Listen in to learn more:
(1:40) The importance of navigating painful breakups in a healthy way
(3:08) What you’re really longing for in a true friend
(5:35) Why division happens (and why it can be okay)
(8:35) What it means to “go the distance” for a friend
(13:22) How to identify and let go of an unhealthy friendship
(16:23) What is God’s design for friendships
(20:03) The difference between friendships and relationships
Thank you to this season's sponsor, Dwell. Dwell is offering you 25% off yearly access to Dwell or 50% off of Dwell for life! Both are such incredibly low prices – it’s well worth it. Go to dwellbible.com/JOE to receive your discount today.
RESOURCES
Mentioned in the episode:
Dwell Bible App: https://get.dwellbible.com/joe
You and Me Forever: https://www.youandmeforever.org
Connect with Lisa:
Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com
Substack: https://letsbeclear.substack.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle
Have you ever found yourself wondering: “Should I stay friends with that person?” “Why did this friendship end?” or, “As a Christian, is it even okay for me to stop being friends with someone?” On this episode of the Love & Clarity season, Lisa Whittle dives deep into the subject of “breakups” – addressing the inevitable challenges that come when relationships are strained between friends, relatives, and even fellow churchgoers. Pairing Biblical truth with practical wisdom, Lisa offers guidance on how to provide healthy boundaries, how to set expectations, and how to determine if and when it’s time to “let go.” Lean in to discover how you can navigate relationships in a way that honors God and others.
Listen in to learn more:
(1:40) The importance of navigating painful breakups in a healthy way
(3:08) What you’re really longing for in a true friend
(5:35) Why division happens (and why it can be okay)
(8:35) What it means to “go the distance” for a friend
(13:22) How to identify and let go of an unhealthy friendship
(16:23) What is God’s design for friendships
(20:03) The difference between friendships and relationships
Thank you to this season's sponsor, Dwell. Dwell is offering you 25% off yearly access to Dwell or 50% off of Dwell for life! Both are such incredibly low prices – it’s well worth it. Go to dwellbible.com/JOE to receive your discount today.
RESOURCES
Mentioned in the episode:
Dwell Bible App: https://get.dwellbible.com/joe
You and Me Forever: https://www.youandmeforever.org
Connect with Lisa:
Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com
Substack: https://letsbeclear.substack.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle
Previous Episode
Yes, You Can Still Change Your Mind About Your Body (with Dr. Edie Wadsworth)
Need clarity on how to approach issues and thought patterns about your physical body?
Lisa talks friend-to-friend with Dr. Edie Wadsworth, a physician, speaker, life coach, writer, and natural health enthusiast about how a shift in your perspective can radically transform your body. Sharing vulnerably from her own health journey, Dr. Edie explains how your physical body is linked to your mental, spiritual and emotional health. She offers proof that it’s never too late to transform your health (yes, even in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond!), and shares hot takes on trendy health topics like magnesium, sunscreen, the aura ring and even “mouth tape.” Dive in for a conversation that could transform your body and your life...starting today.
Thank you to this season's sponsor, Dwell. Dwell is offering you 25% off yearly access to Dwell or 50% off of Dwell for life! Both are such incredibly low prices – it’s well worth it. Go to dwellbible.com/JOE to receive your discount today.
Listen in to learn more:
(1:34) Lisa & Dr. Edie connect over fashion, raising adult daughters, and how to be a “girl mom”
(9:35) Why Lisa chose Dr. Edie to speak on this subject and the experience she offers
(13:16) How unhealthy patterns can wreak havoc on your body
(16:58) Navigating perimenopause and menopause: what’s normal?
(21:30) Why you shouldn’t give up on your body in your 40s, 50s, and beyond
(23:23) Dr. Edie’s personal experience with prescriptions and what she had to re-learn
(26:58) What kind of tools God offers to heal yourself
(39:35) Why you don’t need to be the “strong one.”
(45:22) Dr. Edie’s unfiltered responses to rapid-fire Q&A on health trends
(53:49) The ONE thing you can do today to start your transformation
RESOURCES
Mentioned in the episode:
Connect with Edie:
https://www.ediewadsworthcoaching.com
https://www.instagram.com/ediewadsworth
https://www.facebook.com/DrEdieWadsworth
Connect with Lisa:
Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com
Substack: https://letsbeclear.substack.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle
Next Episode
Saying Goodbye to Social Media
Do you have a love-hate relationship with social media? Perhaps you love the ability to laugh and connect with others, but hate the unhealthy habits and behaviors that come with it? Continuing the “Love & Clarity” season, Lisa Whittle shares candidly about her own tug-of-war experience with social media, and peels back the curtain on how she plans to develop a healthier balance with the platforms in the future. If you’ve ever considered “saying goodbye” to Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok or any other digital tool – Lisa has a unique word of wisdom and encouragement just for you.
Listen in to learn more:
(4:08) How the “game” of social media has evolved
(5:48) Why having “fans” and “followers” can feel disingenuous
(8:52) What would happen if every Christian left social media
(10:15) How to know if you love social media too much
(14:55) What the Bible says about things that “dominate” us
(18:44) How Lisa got clarity about her social media habits
(23:03) How to honor God and “say goodbye” to social in your own way
RESOURCES
Thank you to this season's sponsor, Dwell. Dwell is offering you 25% off yearly access to Dwell or 50% off of Dwell for life! Both are such incredibly low prices – it’s well worth it. Go to dwellbible.com/JOE to receive your discount today.
Mentioned in the episode:
Dwell Bible App: https://get.dwellbible.com/joe
Francis Chan: https://www.crazylove.org
Called Creatives : https://www.calledcreatives.com/
Connect with Lisa:
Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com
Substack: https://letsbeclear.substack.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle
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