This chapter delves into the continuum of friendships, emphasizing the importance of diverse connections throughout life's changes. It advocates for intentional communication and engagement, challenging the idea of discarding 'toxic' friendships in favor of understanding and adaptability. The speakers also explore the significance of in-person interactions and present strategies for fostering meaningful relationships, highlighting the value of balance in advice-giving among friends.
We know how important friendships are. At the very least, for our health and well-being. But we also know how hard it gets to make and keep friends over the course of a lifetime, especially as we move, change jobs, and have families.
That’s why Anna Goldfarb’s book, Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections, is so important. We need friendships for good health, and Anna’s book teaches us ways to make, keep, and move on from toxic friends. And she readily shares what to say to build and deepen friendships.
I think it’s a terrific book for understanding how to be a better friend.
Episode Links
Let’s Make This the Golden Age of Friendship
The Secret to Modern Friendship, According to Real Friends
How to Deal with a Friendship Quiet Season
Interview with Kat Vellos
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