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This week on Laugh Lines, Penn and I talk about something that sneaks up on a lot of us in midlife: friendship, purpose, and the quiet fear of wondering if we still matter the way we used to. We’re joined by New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Wallace (straight from Oprah to Laugh Lines!) who explores why feeling seen, needed, and valued isn’t just nice... it’s essential to our well-being. The three of us dig into what “mattering” really means, why so many adults feel lonelier than they expected, and how friendships change when kids leave home, careers shift, and life gets a little more complicated.

We've all been guilty of flaking on plans or feeling like if a kind gesture wasn't "perfect" we shouldn't do it. But the truth is, showing up messy and not canceling plans might be the most powerful relationship tools we have. Jennifer shares practical, doable ways to deepen friendships and how small moments of connection often mean more than big gestures.

If you’ve ever missed someone you haven’t called, felt unsure of your place in this season of life, or wanted to be a better friend but didn’t know where to start, this conversation is for you. It’s a good reminder that connection doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful. (And if you’re listening and wondering if you matter, you do.) We love to hear from you! Leave us a message at 323-364-3929 or write the show at [email protected]. You can also listen to this show wherever you get podcasts. #podcast #friendships #genx

Learn more about Jennifer's book: https://amzn.to/45ZTWiR
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00:00 Welcome to Laugh Lines!
3:46 The Retirement Dilemma
8:18 Introducing Jennifer Wallace
10:33 What Is Mattering?
16:44 Social Media Junk Food
21:28 Socially Prescribed Perfectionism
25:25 How To Show Up
28:10 Gender Differences
33:51 What About the Kids?
39:28 The Power of Invitation
48:59 Let's Reflect
50:59 Our New Cookie Cake Segment
58:03 After the Credits