We’ve all heard it: “People just don’t like me because I’m honest.” But is that really the case? In this episode of The Friendship Tour, I unpack the truth behind honesty in friendships—where it helps, where it hurts, and how to do it well.

I explore the difference between honesty and bluntness, and why the way we speak truth matters more than ever in today’s friendship dynamics. With humor, wisdom, and lived experience, I share practical tools for being honest with love—so that your truth can be heard and actually build stronger relationships, not break them.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• The difference between honesty and bluntness

• Why how you say something is just as important as what you say

• Key questions to ask yourself before "being honest"

• The right time, right place, right tone principle

• How to be a truth-teller and a good friend

Take This With You:

“Most people like honesty. Most people don’t like bluntness.”

Listener Challenge: Before offering your honest thoughts, ask yourself: ☑️ Is it my business? ☑️ Is it important? ☑️ Has anyone asked for my input? ☑️ Am I trying to help—or just speak? ☑️ Am I speaking from love?

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In this mini episode of The Friendship Tour, I share a special thank you to everyone who joined the very first Friendship Tour Book Club meeting — it was a beautiful night of laughter, honesty, and connection.

But today’s message isn’t just a recap — it’s an invitation! I want to hear from YOU. For an upcoming Q&A-style episode, I'm collecting your real friendship questions: What’s been hard? What are you wondering about female friendship? What do you wish someone would just talk about already?!

Whether it’s about making new friends, setting boundaries, navigating conflict, or keeping friendships strong through life’s changes — no topic is off-limits. You can email your question, DM on Instagram, or post in the Facebook group (links below!).

This is your chance to shape an episode of the podcast — let’s do this together. 💛

• Email: ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.com

• Facebook Group: bit.ly/thefriendshiptourpodcast

• Instagram: @thefriendshiptourpodcast

Next Week: Fact or Fiction: People Don’t Like Me Because I’m Honest – don’t miss it!

In this episode of The Friendship Tour, we get real about vulnerability — what it means, why it’s terrifying, and why it’s absolutely essential for deep, lasting friendships.

I share a personal story about opening up to Mia during my journey with infertility, and how her response showed me what true friendship looks like in times of pain and uncertainty. Her words offered more than comfort and understanding — they offered hope and a path forward.

We also talk about the deeper truth of vulnerability: it's not just sharing a story or a struggle — it's letting yourself be seen for who you really are. And that can be scary. Because if people see the real you and walk away, it hurts in a very real way.

But here’s the flip side: if someone sees the real you and stays — listens, embraces, supports — that’s when friendship deepens. That’s when connection gets real.

We explore why vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s courage. It’s how you find your people. And if someone rejects the real you? That tells you everything you need to know. This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered if they’re too much, not enough, or just afraid to let the mask drop. We’re here to say: it’s worth the risk. Want to Connect Between Episodes? 1. Join the Women, Friendship, and Community Facebook group. 2. Follow @thefriendshiptourpodcast on Instagram. 3. Email me at ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.com.