🎙️ In this episode of the Socially Delightful podcast, Jewel takes on the awkward, sweaty-palmed world of social anxiety—and shows you how to win it over like a pro. 💬 She shares five game-changing mindsets to help you stop overthinking and start connecting, plus practical tips for starting and keeping conversations flowing (even when your brain wants to hit the eject button). From mastering the art of listening to leveling up your chats from small talk to soul talk, Jewel’s got you covered. ✨ Get ready to boost your confidence, flex those convo muscles, and turn everyday interactions into meaningful moments. Let’s make socializing feel a lot less scary—and a whole lot more delightful! 🧠💡👯‍♀️

• 00:00 - Intro

• 05:05 - Five Core Mindsets for Better Conversations

• 19:12 - Facts About Conversation

• 29:40 - Levels of Conversation

• 34:02 - Outro

  
  

You’ll Learn:

• The stakes in conversations aren't as high as we think.

• Awkwardness is a common experience for everyone.

• Conversations are a shared responsibility between participants.

• Enjoying yourself can enhance the conversation experience.

• Listening is the most important part of any conversation.

• Conversations can end naturally without negative implications.

• A simple question-statement format can guide conversations.

• Open-ended questions foster deeper connections.

• Understanding different levels of conversation can enhance intimacy.

• Practice makes perfect; engage with others regularly.

  
  

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If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delightful Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

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GET THE SCRIPTS & CONFRONTATION DECISION TREE: www.connectionwithjewel.com/resources

In this episode, after 5 years of learning and coaching on friendship, Jewel created a Confrontation Decision Tree to help you figure out when it’s time to confront your friend and how to do it.

We’re talking the art of compassionate confrontation- the kind that actually makes your friendships stronger.With a focus on emotional safety, honest communication, and the magic of kind confrontation, Jewel shows how even awkward convos can bring you closer to your friends.

Bonus: she serves up real-life scripts so you're never stuck on what to say. It’s all about talking it out with care, courage, and maybe a little sparkle.MAKE SURE YOU GET THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO CONFRONTING YOUR FRIENDS HERE: www.connectionwithjewel.com/resources

• 00:00 - Intro

• 04:22 - The Confrontation Decision Tree: Question 1

• 09:44 - The Confrontation Decision Tree: Question 2

• 12:23 - The Confrontation Decision Tree: Question 3

• 17:59 - Examples for Using the Decision Tree

• 22:08 - Real-Life Application of the Decision Tree

• 27:59 - Outro

  
  

You’ll Learn:

• How healthy confrontation can deepen friendships

• Understanding what's bothering you is crucial before confronting.

• How to know when to confront a friend and when to let it go

• Scripts for confronting a friend

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• 💡 Love this episode? Share it with a friend who needs to hear this!

  
  

  If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delightful Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

  
  

  Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

  
  

  This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

  
  

  If you wanted to leave me a review, I would be elated! I read every single one so let me know what you love about the show!

  
  

  Hang out awhile! Be sure to hit subscribe and connect with me here:

  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/connectionwithjewel

  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachjewel

  • Website: www.connectionwithjewel.com

    
    

    Don't forget to grab The Complete Guide to Confronting Friends: www.connectionwithjewel.com/resources

🎉 In this episode, Jewel gets real about that weird, wobbly feeling when your friendships feel a little off. You know the one—when your group chat's dry, hangouts feel forced, or you're just not vibing like you used to. But don’t worry—Jewel’s got you! 💁‍♀️✨

She dishes out a fun, four-part game plan to help you spot the “connection gap,” figure out what’s up, and start rebuilding those good vibes. Plus, she shares why a sprinkle of gratitude might be the magic glue your friendships need. With stories, laughs, and lots of relatable moments, this episode is your go-to guide for turning friend-funk into friend-fantastic! 💬💖🎈

• 00:00 - Intro

• 05:29 - Identifying the Connection Gap

• 10:00 - Bridging the Connection Gap & the 4 Steps to Do So

• 19:28 - Outro

  
  

You’ll Learn:

• Feeling disconnected from friends is common and can happen for various reasons.

• It's important to name the connection gap to understand what's happening in the friendship.

• Curiosity and togetherness can help bridge the connection gap.

• Deciding whether to prioritize reconnection should come from clarity, not panic.

• Gratitude for past friendships can help ease the pain of change.

• Friendships evolve over time, and it's normal for dynamics to shift.

• Expressing a desire for closeness can restart the flow of connection.

• Understanding each other's experiences can foster deeper connections.

• It's okay to let friendships shift and invest energy elsewhere if needed.

• Acknowledging the role of gratitude can open you up to new connections.

  
  

💡 Love this episode? Share it with a friend who needs to hear this!

If you are new here, WELCOME! The Socially Delightful Podcast is an edu-tainment podcast created for the big-hearted girlies who want to not just feel more confident but DELIGHT in themselves, delight in socializing and other people, and create delightful friendships and relationships. We are on a mission to create a culture of connection in our modern world, and to more DAMSELS LIVING IN SOCIAL DELIGHT.

Your host Jewel (from @ConnectionWithJewel) is a future therapist, overly certified coach, and human-connection obsessed, imperfect human. Jewel has helped 65+ people through her one-on-one program, and is now going to be helping YOU through her podcast! If you want Jewel’s help becoming your most socially delighted self, check out her one-on-one program, group program, retreats and MORE at www.connectionwithjewel.com!

This ain’t your average self-help podcast. Each week, through stories and shenanigans and laughs and modern philosophy, Jewel will be LIGHTING YOU THE F UP so you can enjoy being yourself and fill up your cup through connecting to the other people around you. And help create a culture of connection and SOCIAL DELIGHT.

If you wanted to leave me a review, I would be elated! I read every single one so let me know what you love about the show!

Hang out awhile! Be sure to hit subscribe and connect with me here:

• Instagram: www.instagram.com/connectionwithjewel

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachjewel

• Website: www.connectionwithjewel.com