Friend Forward

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S2 E14-- 4 Ways to Call Out a Friend Who's (Always) Late Apr 22, 2021

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If you have a friend who's always late, this episode is for you. Today, Danielle is giving you 4 strategies to use to get your late friends to arrive on time, and trust us-- they work! And for those listeners who are guilty of being tardy to the party, don't worry-- the episode closes with 2 ways that you can get it together. If you're looking for one-on-one support in your ongoing journey toward better female friendships, visit us today at Betterfemalefriendships.com.

S2E13-- How to Know if You're The "Back-Up Friend" (and What to Do About It) Apr 15, 2021

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When you look around at your friend group, you realize that you might be the "back-up friend", the one who's second choice-- an afterthought. But how do you stop feeling like you're not priority? In this week's episode we're looking at signs to know you're the back-up friend, how to know whether you're intentionally being mistreated or if it's "perceived rejection", and finally, we'll look at ways you can regain control. If after this episode you're looking for more one-on-one help, consider booking a one-on-one coaching sessions at betterfemalefriendships.com.

S2 E12-- What to Do When You've Become the "Therapist Friend" Apr 08, 2021

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Your friends come to you when they need advice, and while you're flattered that they trust you with their troubles, you're beginning to feel burned out. In today's episode, we outline the pros and cons of being the "therapist friend", the three things that should always be included in a request for help from a friend, and two ways to gracefully exit a conversation that's overwhelming you. As always, if you're looking for personal support with this issue, you can join our group coaching membership by searching "Friend Forward" anywhere you download apps.

S2 E11-- How to Spot "Fake" Vulnerability with Dr. Marisa G. Franco Apr 01, 2021

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We know that vulnerability is important, but in our attempt to experience closeness with our friends, some of us may be going about things all wrong. This week, I speak with Dr. Marisa G. Franco-- a psychologist who specializes in friendship-- about what vulnerability really means, the misconceptions we have about how to practice it, and how to know when it's not genuine. To sign up for Dr. Franco's amazing research-packed newsletter, visit https://drmarisagfranco.com/ And to view the video of the entire UNEDITED interview (along with an action-step guide to start practicing vulnerability TODAY), join our private Friend Forward group coaching membership by searching "Friend Forward" anywhere you download apps.

S2 E10-- The Right and Wrong Way to Gossip (Yeah, seriously.) Mar 25, 2021

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You're at brunch when the ladies at your table begin to gossip, and you're not sure how to shut it down. Today we're talking about the REAL definition of gossip, why women engage in it, and two things you can say if you ever need to shut it down. While we provide 2 script responses in the show, the full list of gossip-stopping responses is housed in our private membership where you can pay as little as $5/week to get access to scripts, lessons, virtual events, and calls with Danielle! Cancel any time. Search "Friend Forward" anywhere you download apps to become a member today. Looking for a little one-on-one attention? Book your friendship coaching session with Danielle and receive one month of free membership. www.betterfemalefriendships.com/membership

3 Ways Anxiety Impacts Our Friendships (and What We Can Do About It) w/ Dr. Lisa Martin Mar 18, 2021

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How do we show up for friends with anxiety? And for those of us who struggle with the disorder, how can we help our friends understand what we need? Today we interview Dr. Lisa Martin --from HealwithDrLisa.com-- as she walks us through what anxiety is, how it impacts our friendships, and the things we can do to foster more understanding. If you are looking for community as you work through this, consider becoming a member of our group coaching program. Search "Friend Forward" anywhere you download apps, and join today.

S2E8 How do we define a "good" friend"? Mar 11, 2021

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This week, we're practicing a little self-awareness as we review the 13 traits of a "good friend". I'm sharing Dr. Suzanne Deggges-White's list of essential qualities along with a series of questions I've created to walk you through each one. And if you want to follow along, download the list of traits at www.betterfemalefriendships.com.

S2E7 The right (and wrong) ways to ask your friends for help Mar 04, 2021

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You hate to admit it, but you could really use a little help right now. How do you ask your friends for support without feeling like you're intruding or feeling like you're exposing your weaknesses? Today we're addressing the mindsets that hold us back from getting the support we need, and then we offer a few ways to build your "ask" the right way. NEW: If you want to talk about this episode with other listeners, join our new Discord channel. Download the Discord app and then email our team at hello@betterfemalefriendships.com with the subject "Discord Invite" and we'll get you all set up. To book a private coaching session with Danielle, visit us at Betterfemalefriendships.com and follow us on Instagram @friendforward.

S2E6-- "She had kids, and everything changed..." [Listeners' Stories on Motherhood and Friendship] Feb 25, 2021

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In this week's episode, we break from our normal format to pass the mic to our listeners. Today we share several stories from women-- who do and DON'T have children-- to speak on the ways in which motherhood caused shifts in their female friendships. And at the end of the episode, Danielle shares a recording from a conversation with one of her friends on the subject. If you are getting more intentional about creating stronger female friendships but don't know where to start, considering joining our private group coaching membership by visiting www.betterfemalefriendships.com/membership and get connected today. You should also follow along with us on Instagram @friendforward or TikTok @thefriendshipexpert

S2E5 -- "You're not invited." What to do when you're feeling left out w/ Noelle Rhodes of Friending Feb 18, 2021

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You can't help but notice that you weren't invited... again. But how are you supposed to respond? Today I'm walking you through the ABC's of managing your feelings around rejection, and I'm sharing excerpts from a recent conversation with my Instagram friend Noelle Rhodes, host of Friending, a hilarious podcast about female friendship. In this episode, you'll learn: 1. the 3 reasons friends often leave us out 2. how we sometimes contribute to not being invited 3. how to call it out 4. how to define your desires 5. how to move forward Get more friendship insights from Noelle Rhodes at https://www.noelleprhodes.com/friending or follow her on Instagram @yourfriendnoelle... Then join our Friend Forward community at www.betterfemalefriendships.com

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