As we get older, it feels like opportunities to make friends diminish. Even finding the time to maintain the friendships we already have can feel more challenging.

Between busy schedules, demanding jobs, family obligations and other responsibilities, we are left with little time for socializing, wondering how to be closer to those who make us feel like home.

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with female friendship coach and educator, Danielle Bayard Jackson for tangible tips on how to overcome these challenges to spice up your social life, make new friends, and embrace the ebs and flows of friendship for years to come!

We also talk about…

The surprising connection between friendship and our long-term health.
How to navigate friendships through different seasons of life.
Types of friendships and how to find the aligned friends you need
Why friendship breakups feel so devastating, and how to cope
How to leverage technology to make new friends
How to create friendship rituals and stay connected even when you have limited capacity
Identifying what friendship success looks like for you

Resources:

Follow Danielle on TikTok @thefriendshipexpert
Follow Danielle on Instagram @daniellebayardjackson
Pre-order Danielle’s new book “Fighting for Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships” Out May 7th, 2024
Listen to Danielle’s podcast Friend Forward
For more friendship advice and coaching visit Danielle’s website: betterfemalefriendships.com
Follow @BumbleForFriends on Instagram
Download the Bumble For Friends app
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