Among The Lilies

Among the Lilies is a show for ladies who are tired of pretending and are ready to be real.

Our role as Women in The Church 03/27/2025

Power of Protein, Fat, Sun, and Sleep 03/21/2025

Suffering with Grace 03/14/2025

Navigating Friendship: How to Handle Drama and Gossip with Grace 03/10/2025

Navigating Friendship: How to Handle Drama and Gossip with Grace Friendship should be a source of support, joy, and connection. But sometimes, even in the closest of friendships, drama & gossip can creep in, threatening to disrupt the harmony you've worked so hard to build. Whether it’s whispered behind closed doors, played out in group texts, or shared over coffee, gossip can be toxic and draining. So, how do you handle it without losing your cool or compromising your values? Here are a few strategies for navigating drama and gossip with your female friends while preserving your peace and integrity. 1. Set Clear Boundaries First and foremost, set boundaries around gossip. If a friend starts talking behind someone's back or filling you in on unnecessary drama, be upfront about your discomfort. You don’t need to engage in every conversation, especially when it doesn't serve you or others in a positive way. 2. Don’t Participate, But Don’t Ignore It’s one thing to stay out of the drama, but it’s another to act like it’s not happening at all. If you’re in a group where gossip is circulating, it’s important to take a stand—without making it into a confrontation. Instead of just zoning out or ignoring the conversation, try to redirect the energy toward something more productive. 3. Communicate Honestly and Directly When you sense that drama is brewing, addressing it head-on with the person involved can be the most mature way to handle it. If there’s tension with a friend, or if you’ve overheard something you didn’t like, don’t let it fester. Avoid passive-aggressive behavior and instead have an open, honest conversation. 4. Avoid Taking Sides Too Quickly It’s natural to want to stand by your friends when they’re upset or when someone else is the target of the gossip. But jumping into the drama by choosing sides can escalate things unnecessarily. Instead, try to remain neutral and listen with empathy to both sides of the story. Sometimes, drama and conflicts are more about misunderstandings or miscommunications than about real issues. 5. Practice Empathy and Encourage Growth Drama often arises from deeper insecurities, unmet needs, or feelings of jealousy. In those moments, try to practice empathy—both for your friends and for yourself. Understand that people aren’t perfect and that sometimes they act out of frustration or fear. If you see a friend consistently engaging in negative behavior, try to have a gentle conversation with her about her actions. 6. Lead By Example When you make the choice to rise above drama, you set the tone for your friendships, and others are more likely to follow your lead. Stay true to your values and be consistent in your actions—because ultimately, kindness and integrity always win out over negativity. A Word of Wisdom “A faithful friend is a sturdy shelter; she who finds one finds a treasure. A faithful friend is beyond price, no sum can balance her worth. A faithful friend is a life-saving remedy, such as she who fears God finds; for she who fears God behaves accordingly, and her friend will be like himself.” (Sirach 6:14-17) True friendship is about loyalty, respect, and integrity. When drama and gossip threaten to tear apart the bonds between you and your friends, hold firm to the qualities that make a friendship strong: faithfulness, honesty, and a heart that seeks to understand and heal. And as Edith Stein beautifully wrote, “The woman’s soul is fashioned as a shelter in which other souls may unfold.” A true friendship is a safe space where souls can thrive, free from judgment or negativity. By fostering an environment of kindness and openness, we allow ourselves and those around us to grow into the best versions of who we are. Friendships are meant to enrich our lives, not drain them. It’s important to recognize when drama and gossip start to chip away at the foundation of a friendship, and to take action when necessary. By setting boundaries, being honest, practicing empathy, and leading by example, you can help create a more positive and supportive environment for yourself and your friends. Ultimately, the best friendships are the ones that uplift, support, and inspire you—ones that lead you to Christ and help you be more YOU. /episode/index/show/amongthelilies/id/35323170

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Intimate conversations with Jackie Angel 02/28/2025

Women Overcoming Pornography & Masturbation 02/24/2025

My sisters Brain Cancer journey 02/20/2025

Witness to Joy 02/19/2025

Fear has NO place here 02/18/2025

Podcast's not DEAD, life update, Australia & Soul Sisters 02/17/2025

POTS 11/02/2023

Rethinking Feminism 10/25/2023

Life Update: Fear Has No Place Here 10/17/2023

Why Your Toddler Is Acting This Way 10/13/2023

Postpartum Depression and Miscarriages 08/25/2023

Mercy--Great Gift from God 06/09/2023

Gift of Spiritual Motherhood 06/09/2023

Living a Life of service as a Mom 06/09/2023

Too Far W_ Cameron Fradd & Laura Horn 05/01/2023

Intimate conversations w_ Jackie Angel 04/30/2023

Unschooling is not as CRAZY as I thought! 04/25/2023

Autoimmune & Chronic Pain w/ my friend Caroline (and her new baby!) 01/23/2023

Mental Wellness and Support w/ my friend Brittany Breuninger 01/12/2023

If you are SUFFERING, you NEED this! 01/02/2023

OFFER IT UP 12/01/2022

A Season of Waiting & Hope: ADVENT 11/29/2022

Sharing Stories & Advice w/ My Mom! 11/20/2022

BE HAPPY: Stop feeling like a victim and become the author of your own faith! 11/11/2022

BE HAPPY: Stop feeling like a victim and become the author of your own faith! It may be that he can no longer stand on his feet and suffering has shaped his character, but this speech by Pope Francis a few days ago is simply AMAZING! "You can have flaws, be anxious and even be angry, but do not forget that your life is the greatest enterprise in the world. Only you can stop it from failing. You are appreciated, admired and loved by so many. Remember that being happy is not having a sky without storm, a road without accidents, a job without effort, a relationship without disappointments. “To be happy is to stop feeling like a victim and become the author of your own fate.” It's walking through deserts, but being able to find an oasis deep in the soul. It's thanking God every morning for the miracle of life. It’s kissing your children, cuddling your parents, having poetic moments with your friends, even when they hurt us. "Being happy is letting the creature that lives in each of us live, free, joyful and simple. You have the maturity to be able to say: "I've made mistakes." It's having the courage to say I'm sorry. It's having the sense to say, "I need you." Is having the ability to say, "I love you." May your life become a garden of opportunities for happiness... that in spring he may be a lover of joy and in winter a lover of wisdom. "And when you make a mistake, start over. Because only then will you be in love with life. You'll discover that being happy isn't having a perfect life. But use tears to irrigate tolerance. Use your defeats to train your patience. "Use your mistakes with the serenity of the sculptor. Use pain to tune into pleasure. Use obstacles to open the windows of intelligence. Never give up ... Above all never give up on the people that love you. Never give up on being happy, because life is an incredible spectacle." Thank you, Pope Francis for these words. Please God help me to focus on the lovely sky, not just the storm & let my pain turn into pleasure. If you are suffering my friend you are NOT alone!!! Know of my prayers & turn to the Lord! ---- Don’t forget that we have made https://www.cameronfradd.com/ the place where you can find all the things Among The Lilies! Check out our new shop with ATL merchandise, and we will be adding more items soon! Thank you all for your support. I am so grateful, and I love and am praying for y'all! Thank you for being here! If you are interested in supporting Among the Lilies (you will get access to a BUNCH of things including bonus content), please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies By supporting us, you will get access to a BUNCH of things, including bonus content. Please join the Among the Lilies community on Instagram and Facebook! ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/AmongTheLiliess/ ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/among_the_lilies /episode/index/show/amongthelilies/id/24982413

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