You were never meant to do life alone.
Some friendships walk with us for a lifetime. Others for a season. But the presence of meaningful, soul-filling friendships is not a luxury — it's a lifeline. The Friends pillar of the Love My Life framework exists to help you reconnect with those relationships that bring out the best in you.
As women, we often pour our energy into our partners, our children, our responsibilities. Friendships — especially those not tied to a specific role — can unintentionally fall to the bottom of our list. But you need people who see you, who laugh with you, cry with you, and remind you who you are beyond the roles you fill.
This post is your invitation to intentionally invest in those relationships again.
Why the Friends Pillar Matters
In a culture that glorifies busyness, friendships are often one of the first things we unintentionally neglect. But healthy friendships are essential for emotional well-being, identity, and joy. They remind us of our humanity, our history, and our heart.
Studies show that women with deep, supportive friendships are more resilient, more confident, and even physically healthier. Why? Because community matters. Joy shared is joy multiplied. And burdens shared are burdens halved.
Nurturing your friendships isn’t frivolous — it’s sacred.
5 Ways to Pour Into Your Friendships This Week
These aren’t one-size-fits-all formulas — just thoughtful nudges to reconnect, rekindle, and re-root your relationships with love.
1. Reach Out Without a Reason
You don’t need a birthday or crisis to text a friend. Send a quick, "Hey, just thinking of you today. Grateful for you." It takes 15 seconds, but it creates a meaningful moment.
2. Schedule Low-Pressure Connection
Big get-togethers are great, but they can be hard to coordinate. Try small, low-effort hangouts:
- A walk around the block
- A voice memo exchange
- A quick FaceTime while folding laundry
Friendship doesn’t need to be formal to be valuable.
3. Send a Mini Gift or Note
Leave a coffee on their porch. Send a $5 coffee gift card with a text that says, “Fuel on me today.”
Or go old-school — write a note and drop it in the mail. Small gestures build big connection.
4. Ask Better Questions
Go beyond "how’s work?" Try:
- "What’s been on your heart lately?"
- "What’s something you’re looking forward to?"
- "How can I show up for you this week?"
Intentional questions lead to meaningful conversations.
5. Let Yourself Be Seen
Friendship goes both ways. Let someone in. Share something real. You don’t have to be polished to be worthy of connection. Vulnerability deepens trust.
The Friendship Space in Your Planner
The Love My Life Planner isn’t just for task management — it’s a space for relationship cultivation. Use it to:
- List friends you want to reconnect with
- Schedule check-ins
- Note birthdays, prayer requests, or wins to celebrate
- Reflect on what friendships mean to you
Write down what brings you joy in friendship. Capture the little things — the voice note that made you laugh, the text that made you feel seen.
Your planner becomes a record of connection.
A Friendship Reset Challenge
Try this five-day challenge:
- Text one friend to say you’re thinking of them
- Schedule a short catch-up (phone, walk, etc.)
- Write a handwritten note and send it
- Reflect on a time a friend made a difference in your life
- Share something honest with someone you trust
Final Thoughts From Jeneane
Your friends don’t need perfection — they just need you.
Real connection isn’t about being impressive. It’s about being present. It’s about laughing at the ridiculous, crying over the hard, and showing up when it counts.
You don’t need dozens of friendships. Just a few deep ones that make you feel safe, seen, and celebrated.
The Friends Pillar is your reminder that you are worthy of love beyond roles and responsibilities. And that friendship, like faith and family, is a sacred part of a life well-lived.
With love,
Jeneane
Founder, Love My Life
