A Slight Change of Plans Best of: The Science of Making—and Keeping—Friends
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Feb 19, 2024 
Psychologist Marisa Franco shares research-backed strategies to make and maintain friendships, importance of mutuality, likelihood perception in relationships, and the impact of self-worth. Discussion on investing in friendships, navigating different life phases, and conflict resolution. Reflects on the season and announces the next season.
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Healing Through Friendship
- Marissa Franco found friendship crucial after a breakup in her early 20s.
- A wellness group with friends, not the activities, healed her grief.
Friendship vs. Romance
- Societal narratives often prioritize romantic relationships over friendships.
- This can hinder individuals from discerning what truly fulfills them.
Friendship and Identity
- Friendships broaden our self-identity by exposing us to diverse perspectives and experiences.
- Interacting with various individuals allows different facets of our personality to emerge.