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The secret to making new friends as an adult | Marisa Franco

Feb 2, 2023

In this engaging discussion, psychologist Marisa Franco shares her expertise on the often-challenging world of adult friendships. She reveals the 'acceptance prophecy,' which encourages positive assumptions about others to enhance social interactions. The conversation highlights how humor and shared experiences can deepen bonds while addressing societal biases favoring romantic relationships. Franco offers practical tips for nurturing friendships, even across distances, emphasizing empathy and vulnerability as keys to building lasting connections.

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Nurturing Adult Friendships

02:25

The Importance of Having Outside Friendships

01:17

Friendships and Relationships

02:01

Intro

2min

The Essential Role of Friendship in Adulthood

5min

The Power of Positivity in Making Friends

3min

The Power of Friendship

20min

Understanding the Characteristics of Super Friends

3min

Nurturing Friendships Across Distances

2min

Making friends as an adult can feel like a baffling obstacle course. Why was it so much easier to connect as kids? To help you find well-rounded and fulfilling friendships, psychologist Marisa Franco discusses science-backed tips on how to make (and keep) friends, like the optimism-inducing "acceptance prophecy" and the shame-reducing "theory of chums." Learn more about the power of platonic love and how it can help you experience the full richness and complexity of who you are. (This conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event. Visit ted.com/membership to become a TED Member.)

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