What happens after you realize you’ve been excluded by the people you thought were your friends? In this episode, Nina is joined by bestselling author Amy Weatherly for an honest, grounding conversation about adult friendship after exclusion. Together, they explore why friendship gets murkier as we get older, how popular advice about inclusion and boundaries can conflict, and what actually helps when you’re hurt and stuck. Amy shares why rejection is an unavoidable part of building meaningful friendships, how confidence and self-reflection change the way we relate to others, and why it’s often better to stop chasing groups and start building connection one brave invitation at a time. This episode offers reassurance, perspective, and practical wisdom for anyone navigating rejection, shifting friendships, or the loneliness of not being chosen—and a reminder that you have more power than you think. Special thank you, as always, to my assistant producer, Rebekah Jacobs!