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How to Be a Better Human
The secret to making new friends as an adult (w/ Marisa G. Franco)
May 1, 2023
33:20
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- Friendship does not happen organically in adulthood, so it is important to be proactive in making and maintaining connections.
- Friendship allows us to express different aspects of our identities and brings richness and complexity to our lives.
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The Importance of Adult Friendships
Psychologist Marissa Franco discusses the importance of nurturing adult friendships and how they contribute to our well-being. She highlights the need for an entire community to feel whole, as being around just a spouse or partner only surfaces a limited part of ourselves. Franco also explores why friendships tend to be devalued and emphasizes the significance of making an effort to initiate and maintain friendships. She shares two key observations: friendship does not happen organically in adulthood, and research suggests that we are less likely to be rejected than we think. Franco encourages assuming that people like us and actively engaging with others to overcome the fear and mistrust associated with making friends.
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