Introducing The PhD Mommy’s Journey Podcast: Cultivating Aligned Relationships and Personal Power

In Episode 17, “Make Friends with People Who Want the Best for You,” Bridgette explores how powerful it is to intentionally elevate your relationships in a season of personal growth. Inspired by Rule 3 from Jordan Peterson’s 12 Rules for Life, this episode unpacks how friendships rooted in alignment—not obligation—can shift your entire mindset, discipline, and direction.

Bridgette shares what it’s looked like to walk away from draining relationships, build powerful new friendships during Navy training, and protect her peace while leveling up in her fitness, education, and personal life.

Episode 17 helps listeners reflect on how to protect their energy and embrace aligned connections through:

1. Toxic Loyalty vs. Healthy Connection

   • Recognizing when history is holding you hostage—and how to shift into relationships that honor your evolution.

2. Alignment as the New Standard

   • Choosing friends who match your values, goals, and growth mindset.

3. Letting Go Without Guilt

   • Why outgrowing people doesn’t mean abandoning them—it means honoring who you’re becoming.

4. Building an Empowered Circle

   • How to intentionally attract supportive, growth-minded relationships that speak life into your next level.

5. 7-Day Relationship Audit Challenge

   • A guided journaling challenge to evaluate your inner circle and make room for alignment.

This bold and freeing episode empowers listeners to honor their boundaries, protect their purpose, and walk boldly into relationships that reflect who they are becoming—not who they were.

Key Takeaways:

• Your circle is either nurturing your power—or draining it.

• You’re allowed to grow beyond what’s familiar.

• Relationships that align with your peace, purpose, and power are worth prioritizing.

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Link to Dr. Peterson's Book, 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos