33. How to Handle a Relationship That Is No Longer Serving You, With Compassion

Are you currently feeling unfulfilled by a friendship and you’re not sure what to do about it? 

In this episode, Ben and Mitra explore what to do when a relationship starts feeling heavy or out of sync. They talk about the subtle signals of disconnection and how to respond with honesty—first with ourselves, then with the other person. Instead of rushing to end things or forcing harmony, they share a more curious, compassionate approach. It's a gentle, real conversation about honoring change without blame.

What You’ll Learn: 

• How to recognize the subtle ways a relationship can start feeling misaligned—even if nothing dramatic has happened.

• A framework for how to approach your friend about the matter and have an open, heart-felt conversation without avoidance or blame

• Real life examples of how such conversations can play out

If you’re someone who ….

• Is at a tipping point with a friend, or

• Is in an unfulfilling romantic relationship, or

• Is seeking ways to become more authentic

…then you’ll want to be sure to listen in on this episode. Enjoy!

Chapters: 

00:00 : When a relationship starts feeling like a burden

01:43 : Why we stay in unsatisfying bonds

03:36 : Questions to ask yourself before speaking up

06:12 : Having the conversation with your friend

07:36 : Mitra’s story of leaving a friendship

10:23 : Redefining the relationship with care

15:16 : How honoring yourself helps both people

18:57 : Realignment as a path to deeper connection

Links : 

Learn more about Mitra’s self-coaching program: https://mitramanesh.com/ 

Social Media: 

@mitramanesh_ (https://instagram.com/mitramanesh_)

@bendadbin (https://instagram.com/bendadbin) 

@theinnerview.live (https://bit.ly/4f61J0Q)

Keywords : 

Ben Dadbin, Mitra Manesh