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157: Community vs. Friendship: Why Not Everyone in Your Village Needs to Be Your Best Friend
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- May 13, 2026
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Summary
In this episode, I break down the difference between friendship and community, and explain why confusing the two might be leaving you feeling disconnected. Understanding how these two types of relationships work differently could be the key to finally feeling like you truly belong. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why you can't substitute community with friendship (or vice versa) • The science behind "weak ties"—research shows that casual, repeated interactions with acquaintances may matter more to your daily wellbeing than the number of close friends you have • What makes a community actually thrive If you've ever felt lonely despite having good friends or wondered why something still feels missing from your social life, this episode will give you a whole new framework for understanding what you actually need—and how to find it. MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Episode 81: The Art of Making Friends & How It Helps Us Declutter PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: 15% off oneskin.co/PARING w…