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What Now? with Trevor Noah

A Friendship Revolution with Rhaina Cohen

May 2, 2024
56:28
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Rhaina Cohen, author of The Other Significant Others, joins Trevor to discuss the importance of profound emotional friendships. They explore reimagining relationships beyond marriage, balancing friendship and romance, and navigating friendship breakups. The podcast challenges societal norms, emphasizing the depth and significance of diverse emotional connections in our lives.
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Quick takeaways

  • Deep friendships can provide significant emotional support comparable to romantic partnerships, challenging societal norms.
  • Dispersing emotional needs across multiple relationships leads to greater happiness and lower stress levels than relying solely on a spouse.

Deep dives

The Significance of Platonic Partnerships in Friendship

Friendship expert Reina Cohen discusses the importance of platonic partnerships in friendships, highlighting the societal pressure to prioritize romantic relationships. By emphasizing the value of deep friendships akin to romantic partnerships, the conversation challenges traditional relationship norms and the expectation to find a soulmate in a romantic partner.

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