Building Ride-or-Die Friendships as an Adult: Lori Harder & Lindsey Schwarz

The Foundation of Deep Friendships

• 💡 True, deep, and lasting friendships require significant time investment, often involving multiple consecutive days spent together.
• ☕️ These extended interactions allow for vulnerable conversations during morning coffees and evening chats, fostering genuine connection.
• 🤝 Beautiful friendships are born when individuals feel they have the time and space to truly dig into meaningful discussions.

Finding Your People Through Events

• 🚀 Attending events, especially those requiring financial investment, acts as a natural vetting process for like-minded individuals.
• 🎯 Events like the Powerhouse Women conference attract women who are growth-minded and seeking deeper connections.
• 🤝 The shared experience and buy-in at events create an environment where instant connections can form, even among strangers.
• ✈️ Investing in travel to events can lead to bigger breakthroughs and put you on the same frequency as the people you want to meet.

Nurturing Adult Friendships

• 🧩 As adults, it's crucial to categorize relationships based on desired outcomes, whether for business insights or deep personal connection.
• 🗓️ Building a ride-or-die friendship often involves intentional nurturing beyond initial meetings, including dedicated time like weekend getaways.
• 🗣️ Vulnerability and mutual sharing of personal experiences, even difficult ones, are key to bonding and building trust.
• 🌟 Friendships can evolve, and maintaining connections even when living apart is possible through making the most of limited time together.

Friendships for Your Higher Self

• 🚀 The most valuable friendships are with those who act as "ride or dies for your higher self", supporting your growth and aspirations.
• 🤝 These individuals see your potential and hold you to a higher standard, without the baggage of past perceptions.
• 🎯 Events provide a unique space to reintroduce yourself to people who haven't met your past self, fostering support for your future goals.
• 🫂 Having a circle that supports your big dreams is essential, as not everyone in your existing life may understand or encourage new aspirations.

The Power of Connection

• 📈 Deep friendships can propel personal and business growth, offering unique support that family or other friends might not provide.
• 👯‍♀️ Having multiple people in your life who understand different facets of your journey is crucial, as one person cannot be everything.
• 🤝 The Powerhouse Women event is highlighted as a place to find these supportive, growth-oriented connections and build a community that amplifies your journey.