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What to do when you feel a little *gasp* JEALOUS in your friendship Jan 09, 2023

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The conversation around jealousy in female friendship is pretty narrow. "Good friends don't get jealous..." And while that's somewhat true, how do we make sense of the times we DO feel a momentary ping of jealousy or envy? In this episode, resident friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson explains the difference between envy and jealousy, and then provides three tips on how to manage those emotions when they arise.

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4 "friendship mindsets" we're leaving in 2022 Dec 22, 2022

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You know that you want better female friendships next year, but it's not enough to proclaim it-- you need to reassess the mindsets that are holding you back. In this episode, resident friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson uses research from the most respected leaders in the fields of communication, connection, and loneliness, to make the case for leaving these four mindsets behind. Follow Danielle Bayard Jackson @daniellebayardjackson *JOIN OUR 21-DAY "BE A BETTER FRIEND CHALLENGE" before it's too late!*

Can you use technology to make a friendship trio? Dec 22, 2022

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In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, we're introducing you to three women who met using Bumble BFF. They'll share their tips for safely leveraging technology for friendship, and how to transfer the relationship from the digital to in-real-life world. We encourage you to look at the women's pictures to really bring this story to life, and then allow it to inspire you to pursue your own friendship journey. JOIN THE 21-DAY "BE A BETTER FRIEND CHALLENGE" and get daily prompts and scripts to help you create better platonic relationships in the new year. Follow Danielle Bayard Jackson on Instagram @daniellebayardjackson RSVP for our in-person event!

Will NOT having kids impact my friendships? A conversation with Jordan Davidson, author of “So when are you having kids?” Dec 09, 2022

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On this week’s episode of the Friend Forward episode, journalist Jordan Davidson sheds some light on the (surprising!) ways that choosing to have/ not have kids inevitably impacts our friendships. In this discussion, we talk about:

“Fertility contagion”
Reasons more women are choosing not to have children + the fear of being left behind
The surprising ways we invalidate our friends’ decisions
4 ways to maintain a friendship when your friend chooses to have/ not have children

Send this episode to a friend who comes to mind while you’re listening. To book a private friendship session, visit Betterfemalefriendships.com. To buy Jordan’s book, visit Sowhenareyouhavingkids.com Follow Danielle on Instagram @daniellebayardjackson

The Social Consequences of Oversharing with New Friends Nov 26, 2022

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If you have a tendency to overshare with new friends, this episode is for you. We'll discuss the real definition of oversharing, three reasons why you're compelled to do it, and what the (inevitable) social consequences are of such a habit. If oversharing is impacting your ability to make (and keep) friends, you might want to book a one-on-one friendship coaching session (before prices increase in 2023!) at Betterfemalefriendships.com/services. Follow host Danielle Bayard Jackson on Instagram @daniellebayardjackson

Girl Problems: "I just downloaded Bumble BFF... and I am PANICKING." Nov 15, 2022

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"Girl Problems" is a new series from the Friend Forward podcast that attemps to answer your friendship questions in five minutes or less. Today, a listener asks about Bumble BFF. She's downloaded the app, but how does she navigate the platform? Since host Danielle Bayard Jackson is the OFFICIAL spokesperson for Bumble BFF (Ayyyy!)), she feels uniquely qualified to offer support. If you've been looking for tangible tips to make the most of your experience on the platform, today's episode is for you. (And you can read this listener's private DM here.)

Speaking: Danielle has spoken for the NBA, TikTok, Etsy, and the NFL. Want her to speak for your event? Contact us at info@tellpublicrelations.com

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Follow Danielle on Instagram (and submit your own 'girl problem') here: @daniellebayardjackson

"How leaning into activism changed my friendships." A conversation with actor/athlete/ activist Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman Nov 11, 2022

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Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman is a Brooklyn based Afro-Latina actor, athlete and activist who founded ACTIV-ISM, a wellness company dedicated to providing programs and resources to aide in the fight for social justice. But when she really leaned into activism, she noticed it directly impacted some of her friendships. Today she'll share a bit of her story, and it will offer validation to other women of color who sometimes struggle to feel truly seen in their interracial friendships. Follow Taylor on Instagram. Follow Danielle on Instagram. Book a private coaching session.

4 Ways to (Finally) Move on from that Friendship Break-up Nov 04, 2022

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You’ve struggled with it for weeks, but you’re finally ready to come to accept that one of your friendships is over. But how do you begin moving forward? In today's episode, resident friendship coach and educator Danielle Bayard Jackson will share 4 ways to move on from a painful friendship break-up. ** BONUS** Today's episode includes instructions to download a free list of 10 ways to respond when people ask you about your friendship breakup (again). Don't miss it! * Book a private friendship coaching session here (includes 75 minutes of discussion, session notes, and a customized action plan). * Follow Danielle on Instagram @daniellebayardjackson * Book Danielle to speak at your next event: email info@tellpublicrelations.com

The surprising way that "high-achieving" women suffer in their friendships -- A conversation with therapist Vernique Esther Oct 20, 2022

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You may have heard women who describe themselves as "high-achievers", and typically, these women have the kind of traits that we all aspire to have: they’re go-getters, they may have a lot of social connections, and they are likely what most would consider to be successful. But when it comes to friendship, there's one way that they are getting it wrong. To help us understand what this is, I’m calling in Vernique Esther, an Atlanta-based therapist who specializes in working with high-achieving women. Join our FRIENDSHIP ELEVATED 16-week group coaching program (DOORS CLOSE SOON!) Book a private, personal session Follow Danielle Bayard Jackson on Instagram Follow Vernique on Instagram

Girl Problems: "We talk on the phone, but I don't feel close to her." Oct 11, 2022

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"Girl Problems" is a new weekly segment from the Friend Forward podcast where we attempt to answer a listener's issue in 5 minutes or less. To submit your issue ( or to sign-up for a full one-on-one session), visit us at Betterfemalefriendships.com. Follow Danielle on Instagram. Binge Danielle's TikToks.

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