What happens when friendships shift, fade, or grow in unexpected ways?

In this episode of It’s Both, Nikki P is joined by her friend LaKreasha Scharcklet for an authentic conversation about the emotional complexities of adult friendships. From the grief of losing connection to the joy of intentional reconnection, they explore how friendships evolve through life transitions like moving, marriage, parenthood, and personal growth.

Together, they reflect on how to hold multiple truths — celebrating milestones while also grieving distance, setting healthy boundaries while still leaving space for grace. This episode dives deep into emotional intelligence, vulnerability in storytelling, and the power of navigating life’s gray areas with compassion.

Whether you're feeling stuck in a friendship, processing the end of one, or trying to show up better in your relationships, this honest storytelling invites you into the bothness of what it means to love and lose.

What you'll hear in this episode:

• How friendships shift during life transitions

• Why grief and joy often coexist in evolving relationships

• Tips for setting boundaries and managing big emotions

• How proximity, safety, and communication impact connection

• Stories about being human, vulnerable, and real in friendship

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🎧 Tune in now to explore the personal growth journey of navigating adult friendship — with all its contradictions, complexities, and beauty.

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What happens when the work that fuels your purpose also drains your energy?

In this episode of It’s Both, Nikki P sits down with Corey, as he shares his honest story of navigating burnout, toxic work environments, and the deep emotional toll of helping professions. From his time serving homeless youth and the LGBTQ+ community to finding a workplace that finally honors his well-being, Corey opens up about what it really takes to stay in the work without losing yourself in it. Corey’s stories are a testament to the emotional complexities of meaningful work. This conversation is a powerful exploration of emotional resilience, self-advocacy, and the very real personal growth journey that comes with caring deeply — for others and for yourself.

In the episode you’ll hear:

- What burnout actually feels like in helping work

- The importance of honest storytelling in leadership

- How trauma impacts caregivers

- Why humor and daily rituals can be survival tools

- And how finding a supportive job can shift everything

Whether you’re in a helping profession, on the edge of burnout, or simply trying to hold multiple truths in your day-to-day life, this episode offers real stories, authentic conversation, and a reminder that your well-being matters. Join us for this impactful episode of "It's Both" and embark on a journey of embracing life’s complexities while learning to prioritize your own well-being. Tune in now and let’s navigate this together!

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Have you ever felt the weight of multiple emotions colliding within you, leaving you questioning how to navigate life's gray areas? Join host Nikki P in this personal episode of "It's Both," where she opens up about her journey through loss over the past year. As a nonprofit leader dedicated to preventing family homelessness, Nikki shares the emotional toll of losing funding, which led to job losses for her team, and the sadness of her best friend's unexpected move. Through her honest storytelling, she explores the complexities of holding multiple truths, illustrating how gratitude for past experiences can coexist with profound sadness.

Nikki's narrative is not just about loss; it's a powerful exploration of self-discovery and emotional intelligence. She emphasizes that grief comes in many forms, regardless of its scale, and that it's essential to acknowledge these feelings. This episode advocates for embracing contradictions, encouraging listeners to cultivate resilience and compassion in their lives. By sharing her real-life mental health stories, Nikki invites you to reflect on your own emotional landscape, reminding us all that it’s okay to grieve and that our shared humanity can help us navigate even the toughest times.

- Discover the importance of holding multiple truths in our emotional experiences.

- Learn how to manage big emotions and navigate the complexities of grief.

- Engage in authentic conversations about loss and personal growth.

- Explore the emotional intelligence needed to embrace life's contradictions.

- Find inspiration in vulnerable storytelling that highlights our shared human experience.

- Understand the impact of external circumstances on personal relationships and mental health.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that while sadness can be isolating, it is also a universal experience that connects us all. Tune in to "It's Both" for an enriching journey that emphasizes the power of vulnerability and the strength found in community. Whether you're on a faith journey or simply looking to understand life's complexities, this mental health podcast offers insights that resonate deeply. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore your own personal growth journey and learn how to build emotional resilience through honest storytelling.

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