In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Marriage Maintenance, Adam and Julia explore the complex dynamics of maintaining friendships in your 30s, especially when juggling marriage, parenthood, and busy careers. With candid conversations and relatable humor, they dive into the realities of prioritizing family over friendships, the impact of shifting life circumstances, and how to navigate feelings of guilt or disconnect when friendships change.

Adam and Julia share their personal experiences of balancing time with friends against the backdrop of their shared life, discussing the challenges and strategies for staying connected despite packed schedules. They also touch on the joy of forming new connections through their children and the surprising beauty of evolving friendships as parents. The duo offers valuable tips on communicating expectations with friends and learning to accept the natural ebbs and flows of adult relationships.

Filled with laughter, reflections, and a touch of nostalgia, this episode is both a reminder and a gentle nudge to either rekindle old bonds or lean into the current season of life with grace. Plus, Adam’s cheeky nod to the Fugees at the end offers a playful title twist: You Might Win Some, But You Just Lost a Friend. Tune in to gain perspective and find reassurance that you're not alone in navigating the delicate balance between friendship and life’s priorities.