Can You Bank On Your Friendships

Dr. Stephen R. Covey used a great metaphor for close relationships as joint emotional bank accounts.“By proactively doing things that build trust in a relationship, one makes ‘deposits.’  Conversely, by reactively doing things that decrease trust, one makes ‘withdrawals.’  The current ‘balance’ in the emotional bank account, will determine how well two people can communicate and problem-solve together.” Today we talk about the reality that friendships worth having, require cultivation and nurturing. Why are we surprised when a friendship fades away or ends abruptly?As we evolve and grow as individuals, our needs change and so do our abilities and resources. Change affects friendship and being aware of this is essential to enjoying healthy, balanced relationships.BONUS: Isabel extends a gift to her listeners of her proprietary Friendship Health Checkup. Get a copy of this friend-saving evaluation at www.MyEncoreFriends.comRESOURCES:Episode 23 – Best Friends Day Everydayhttps://lift-as-you-climb.capt....ivate.fm/episode/bes 07 – BFF Not Forever https://lift-as-you-climb.captivate.fm/episode/bff-not-forever-layc07 About the Host: Isabel AlexanderYour Next Business Strategist and Transformation Catalyst Dynamic, a self-made entrepreneur who overcame obstacles with an unrelenting positive nature, a farm girl work ethic, and a conscious choice to thrive rather than survive, Isabel Alexander (Banerjee) cultivated an award-winning, $10+ million global chemical business and grew it from dining room table to international boardrooms.Isabel’s strengths include the ability to initiate and nurture strategic relationships, a love of lifelong learning and talents for helping others maximize their potential. An inspiring speaker within both industry and community, she is a driving force behind those with the courage to follow her example of thriving against the odds.With 50+ years of business experience across diverse industries, Isabel is respected as an advisor, a coach, a mentor, and a role model. She believes in sharing collective wisdom and empowering others to economic independence. Founder:Lift As You Climb Movement (www.facebook.com/groups/liftas....youclimbmovement)and Encore Officer, The Encore Catalyst (www.theencorecatalyst.com) – an accelerator for feminine wisdom, influence, and impact.alsoAuthor & Speaker ‘Who Am I Now? – Feminine Wisdom Unmasked Uncensored’ (www.IsabelBanerjee.com)LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/isabelalexanderbanerjee/ Thank You for Listening!It means so much that you listened to this podcast! If you know of anyone else who might find this show va