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Overcoming Fear of Friendship

Episode Summary

Episode Summary: Christine Campbell Rapin, an entrepreneur and introvert, discusses the fear of being friendless and the importance of building your own community. Key Points: Christine is an introvert who learned to be extroverted. Her biggest fear is being left out and not having friends. She encourages people to create their own community and embrace being alone. Christine recalls a childhood experience where she was ostracized by her classmates. She emphasizes that friendships come and go throughout life. Christine highlights the importance of finding your spark and purpose, regardless of who walks alongside you. She also talks about her love for writing and art, which are introverted activities.

Episode Notes

Episode Notes: Christine Campbell Rapin  on Overcoming Fear of Friendship

Guest: Christine Campbell Rapin, Entrepreneur

Key Points:

• Christine is an introvert who learned extroverted behaviors.
• She has a deep-seated fear of being ostracized and friendless.
• Christine emphasizes building your own community and embracing solitude.
• She recalls a childhood experience of being excluded by classmates.
• Christine highlights the impermanence of friendships throughout life.
• She focuses on finding your purpose and passion, regardless of who walks beside you.
• Christine also enjoys introverted activities like writing and art.

Additional Notes:

• Christine formed her own social group after being excluded.
• She acknowledges the value of alone time for reflection and recharging.
• Christine works in a field that requires extroversion despite being an introvert.