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S2E4 Do we value romantic love more than platonic love? A conversation with Dr. Christina Marie Douyon Feb 11, 2021

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In today's episode, we chat with Dr. Christina Marie Douyon about our expectations for platonic love in comparison to romantic love, and the ripple effects of how we prioritize each kind of relationship. During this conversation, we'll address: 1. how people define "friend" differently 2. the role our culture plays in how we value female friendships 3. whether or not the phrase "best friend" is problematic 4. why some women may NEED their friendships to be conflict-free 5. ways that you can determine if your friendships are "growth-fostering" relationships To learn more about Dr. Douyon and her work, visit facerace.org or follow her on Instagram at @christina.marie.douyon. And if you're ready to deepen your friendships TODAY, join our group coaching program by searching "Friend Forward" anywhere you download apps.

S2E3 The 5-step process to deepening your friendships (including 5 prompts to get you started!) Feb 04, 2021

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You have friendships you enjoy, but secretly you're craving a little more depth. But how do you create more closeness? Today we're outlining the 5-step process to deeper friendships, and then we're equipping you with 5 prompts that you can use RIGHT NOW on your journey toward better female friendships.

If you want to join our community, visit us at www.betterfemalefriendships.com/membership

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S2E2 "Should I cut her off?" Things to consider before you call it quits. Jan 28, 2021

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Today we're talking about 1. the alternatives to ending a friendship 2. the one thing you have to do BEFORE you decide to end things and 3. how to end a friendship with grace.

After you listen, join the Friend Forward membership to support you every time these tricky friendship issues arise so you can get the clarity and community you need to help you through it.

S2E1-- OUR FRIENDSHIP TIKTOK WENT VIRAL AND WE ARE NOT OKAY! Jan 25, 2021

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Danielle gives a "behind-the-scenes" look at her recent viral TikTok video, and she unpacks 1. What the more than 6,000 comments real about the state of female friendships and 2. Why the video is so popular.

As you listen, be sure to check out the video yourself on TikTok by following Danielle @thefriendshipexpert, and then join our community on Instagram @friendforward.

Wanna join our exclusive membership? Search "Friend Forward" wherever you buy apps and subscribe today. (Price: $5/week for coaching, community, private events, book clubs, and more).

Season 1: That's a Wrap! Nov 27, 2020

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As we wrap season 1, we reflect on all that's happened since we first launched the podcast: features in national media outlets like NBC News and Psychology Today; having NYTimes Bestselling authors on the show as our guests; launching an exclusive friendship app-- it's all happening so fast! To give ourselves a chance to take it all in, we're wrapping season 1 and planning for season 2 in early 2021. Thank you for being a part of the Friend Forward family and joining us in our ongoing mission toward better. female. friendships. In the meantime, join our exclusive membership right now! www.betterfemalefriendships.com/membership

BE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE SO YOU DON'T MISS THE FIRST EPISODE of OUR RETURN. See you soon!

Three Reasons You're Still Not Over that Friendship Break-up Nov 12, 2020

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Girl, that friendship ended two years ago, but you're still not over it. While grieving an old friend is normal, there are likely three things you're doing that are getting in the way of your ability to move forward. In this week's episode, we're walking you through the three reasons you're still not over your friendship break-up.

If you like what you hear and ready for the next level of getting your friendships in order, join our membership waitlist at www.betterfemalefriendships.com

An honest review of 5 new friendship apps (incl. Bumble BFF, Peanut, and others) Oct 29, 2020

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Friendships can be complicated, but there are 5 new apps that have emerged to help get us through it. Today I'm giving my unfiltered opinion on a few apps that are growing in popularity to let you know my thoughts on the ways they help (and the ways they don't) when it comes to creating and sustaining strong female friendships. Be sure to let me know YOUR opinion of these apps on Instagram by following us at @friendforward.

Don't forget to join the waitlist for our membership! Go to www.betterfemalefriendships.com TODAY and join right now.

How to manage social outings during COVID when your friends have different boundaries feat. Michelle Sprott of Brunchnista Oct 21, 2020

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You’ve been in the house for months, but now you’re itching to get back to hanging with your friends. But how do you navigate the uncertainty about staying safe, the judgment about returning outside, and the tension among friends who have varying levels of comfort with socializing during a pandemic? This week, I'm chatting with Michelle Sprott of Brunchista, because she's the ultimate social butterfly. Before COVID the Brunchista brand was about bringing women together not just for brunch, but to intentionally set aside time to connect. And now she’s showing us how remain social butterflies when we’ve got to be more careful than ever before-- and then I'll explain how to manage expectations when you and your friends have different boundaries. And hey, whether you've decided to stay inside or venture out (wear your mask!), be sure to join our Friend Forward Membership Waitlist (it's the last week!). And then, come say hi to me over on Instagram. Can't wait to chat!

Do online friendships count? An open conversation with Bailey T. Hurley Oct 07, 2020

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This week I've tossed out my notecards and I'm having an open conversation with Bailey T. Hurley-- writer/ speaker/ fellow friendship enthusiast-- about online friendships. We'll share our opinions on whether or not they count as "real" friendships, we'll talk about ways to take them to the next level, and we even share embarrassing moments of getting rejected by women we've reached out to.

We used to say "we met in grade school!" Now we say, "We met online-- and we've never even seen each other in real life!" Because we live in an increasingly technological world, we're forming and maintaining more of our friendships online. But do online friendships count?

Follow Bailey on Instagram, and then join the NEW Friend Forward Membership waitlist at www.betterfemalefriendships.com.

"Is my friend jealous of me?" How to address jealousy in friendship. Sep 29, 2020

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How do you respond to a friend who's jealous of you? And how do you know if it's even jealousy at all? In today's episode, Danielle's responding to a listener question, and breaking down:

1. The difference between jealousy and envy

2. The one thing women get wrong about "the jealous friend"

3. Signs your friend may be experiencing jealousy

4. How to address the elephant in the room ( and when it's time to let go)

The exclusive "Friend Forward Membership" launches on October 14, and to create a highly personalized experience, spaces are limited! Join the waitlist by visiting betterfemalefriendships.com. We can't wait to see you over there.

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