Feeling lonely or uncertain about forging new connections? In this reflective solo episode of Meditation Motel, Leonie London shares personal insights on how to make friends as an adult, navigating adult friendships, and finding connection beyond loneliness. She gently explores making friends after 30, the beauty of setting emotional boundaries, and letting go of friendships that no longer serve your growth.Topics Covered: Tips for making friends after 30, overcoming loneliness, and creating meaningful connections as you grow.Includes: A loving-kindness meditation and guided breathwork exercise to nurture self-compassion and openness.This episode highlights the emotional value of friendship and change. Leonie’s gentle and authentic voice offers heartfelt advice on how to meet new people and rediscover joy in companionship. Whether you’re feeling isolated or simply in transition, you’ll find warmth, understanding, and practical guidance in this conversation.0:00 – Intro: Why Friendship Feels Harder as an AdultLeonie opens up about loneliness, transitions, and the emotional weight of adult friendships.2:01 – Grounding Meditation: Loving-Kindness PracticeA short guided meditation to help the listener settle, soften, and arrive in the moment.5:30 – The Podcast Begins: A More Personal SpaceLeonie introduces her first solo episode of Meditation Motel and the themes it will explore.6:48 – The Beauty & Pain of FriendshipReflecting on giving deeply in relationships, strong boundaries, and feeling taken for granted.9:18 – When a Friendship Runs Its CourseHow to recognize when a friendship is no longer aligned — and why that’s okay.10:38 – Childhood Wound: The Friendship That Ended Without WarningLeonie shares a painful teenage experience that shaped how she approaches connection today.11:35 – Honoring Your Intuition & Red Flags (Like Gossip)How early betrayal sharpened her sensitivity to energy and guided better boundaries.13:20 – Who Belongs in the “Club” of Your Life?Being open-hearted but selective, and why short-term friendships still matter.14:50 – Questions to Reflect On Before Letting GoFour key questions to help you assess the health of a friendship.17:12 – Journaling for Clarity & HealingWhy journaling after meditation helps unlock insight and self-compassion.19:10 – Making Space for New FriendshipsLetting go allows new connections to come in — it just takes time and trust.20:12 – How I Made Friends as an Adult (Practical Tips)Leonie shares real-life ways she built friendships in a new city.20:30 – Using Bumble BFF & Friendship AppsHonest thoughts on apps and how they helped her find community.21:20 – Friend-of-a-Friend MagicWhy one new connection can open doors to many others.21:58 – Work Friendships & Starting SmallHow professional connections can grow into something meaningful.22:35 – Spontaneous Friendship: The Matcha Bar StoryA chance encounter led to a lasting connection — because she made the first move.23:30 – Why You Might Have to Be the InitiatorEncouragement to take the lead — it gets easier every time.24:28 – Final Words: Your People Are Out ThereA gentle reminder that it takes courage, but connection is always possible.25:05 – Closing Grounding Breath (4-7-8 Method)A powerful breath practice to release heaviness and settle the nervous system.26:32 – Outro: Checking Out of Meditation MotelA poetic sendoff — the room is still warm, and you’re always welcome back.Follow Leonie on Instagram & TikTok for more inspiration:Instagram: @meditationmotelTikTok: @itsleonielondon🙏 If this episode resonates with you, like, comment, and share to spread kindness. Don’t forget to subscribe to Meditation Motel for more thoughtful discussions, meditations, and breathwork exercises.#friendship #friendships #howtomakefriends #loneliness #alone #connections #community