People are turning to "artificial companions" to supplement (and sometimes replace) what they're getting from real-life friends. What are the pros and cons of using A.I for friendship? Why do people seek this kind of connection? And what are the broader implications of this trend?In this week's episode of the Friend Forward podcast, Danielle Bayard Jackson actually formed her own A.I friend and is reporting back. Listen to this episode to learn more about friendship at the intersection of artificial intelligence.----Book a personal session with Danielle here.-----Book Danielle to lead a workshop or be a keynote speaker at your upcoming events by emailing info(at)tellpublicrelations(dot)com.-----Last chance to join the Friendship Elevated Group Coaching Program. Learn more here.-----Buy your copy of Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships (and read it with your book club!) here.

Ghosting isn't just for romantic relationships; it impacts friendships too, often with just as much pain. The host delves into personal stories that reveal the emotional complexities behind being ghosted by a friend. It explores motivations for ghosting and offers validation for those struggling with these feelings. Finally, practical steps are provided to promote healing and growth, helping listeners take action instead of ruminating on their experiences.

In the market for new friends? In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares 4 phrases to avoid. ----Buy your copy of "Fighting for our Friendships" and read it with your book club or women's organization! Order your copy here.------Want to become a friendship coach? We're designing a high-level certification program. Learn more by emailing us at hello(at)betterfemalefriendships(dot)com.-----Want to experience a real transformation in your friendships? Doors to our (final?!) group coaching program, Friendship Elevated, are NOW OPEN. Learn more here.---- Want to stop ruminating about a frustrating friendship issue? Talk to a trained professional. Book your call here.-----Want to book Danielle to speak at your event? Email info(at)tellpublicrelations(dot)com

In this episode, you'll hear 3 women speak about the friendship issues they experienced and how shaking off the embarrassment of pursuing support for their relational health made a huge difference.----ANNOUNCEMENT!Doors for the 16-week Friendship Elevated Group Coaching Program JUST OPENED. Enjoy 20% off registration when you sign-up before August 18. Join us as we come together in an intimate community for bi-weekly coaching (led by founder Danielle Bayard Jackson), five video modules, out-of-the-box exercises, and research-based strategies to help women begin enjoying more satisfaction in their female friendships.Learn more at betterfemalefriendships.com/friendship-elevated-------Grab your copy of the new book Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Friendships-----Book Danielle to speak by contacting her team at info(at)tellpublicrelations(dot)com----THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: TELL Public Relations, a woman-owned PR agency dedicated to helping female entrepreneurs get more visibility.Learn how to get publicity for your business this (competitive!) holiday season by attending TELL's virtual workshop. Details at tellpublicrelations.com.And don't forget your weekly dose of visibility tips by listening to the TELL Me in Ten Podcast to learn publicity tips in ten minutes or less.

In this episode, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson discusses the idea that being a good friend to some might mean being a bad friend to others. She explores four points to consider when choosing which friendships to prioritize: being a good friend is relative, time is a limited resource, only 50% of friendships are reciprocal, and some people may be displeased with your choices. She encourages listeners to take inventory of their friendships and consider concentrating their efforts on their top three to five friends.Keywordsfriendships, good friend, bad friend, overwhelm, prioritize, time management, reciprocal friendshipsTakeawaysBeing a good friend is relative and different people have different expectations of what it means to be a good friend.Time is a limited resource, and investing in certain friendships means other friendships may receive less attention.Only 50% of friendships are reciprocal, meaning that not all friends rank each other the same way.When choosing which friendships to prioritize, some people may be displeased or have expectations that you're not meeting.Chapters00:00Introduction: The Complexity of Women's Friendships02:25Chapter 1: Being a Good Friend is Relative05:02Chapter 2: The Hidden Costs of Leaning into Certain Friendships07:41Chapter 3: Understanding the Reciprocity of Friendships13:26Chapter 4: Dealing with Displeased Friends: The Consequence of Prioritizing16:15Conclusion: Taking Inventory of Your Friendships-----------Buy Danielle's book "Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships"Book a private coaching sessionTake a friendship inventoryJoin the (final?!) cohort of our group coaching program, Friendship Elevated**BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT: email info(at)tellpublicrelations(dot)com

Sometimes life's circumstances become so overwhelming that you find yourself withdrawing from friends. During your "hibernation" period, you hope that they'll stick around without getting upset, losing interest, or questioning the friendship. So what exactly is a hibernation friend and what can we do to ensure that we have the kind of friendships that make it through?-- In this episode, Danielle Bayard Jackson-- host and friendship expert-- announces a pivot in the business. Before entering into this new season, she's decided to revive one-on-one group coaching sessions for a limited time.To book your session visit us at betterfemalefriendships.com/coaching.----To book Danielle to speak at your event, please contact info@tellpublicrelations(dot)com. We are currently booked for October 2024, but have availability in September and November.---Enjoying the podcast? Consider buying Danielle's book: Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships

In this week's episode of the podcast, Danielle Bayard Jackson-- host and friendship expert-- shares how she discovered she's in a new friendship season, and what she's doing to build more active friendships. To experience your own "aha" moments, take your friendship inventory buy clicking this link and using code "summersale" to enjoy 30% off within the next 7 days:https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/inventory

It can be intimidating to go out into the world and enjoy new experiences on your own. But what are the benefits? And are there strategies to help you to enjoy the experience?In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson offers three mindset shifts that will embolden you, followed by 6 tangible tips for engaging more confidently.-----Join us in DC for the final stop of the "Fighting for our Friendships" book tour, moderated by Dr. Marisa G. Franco on July 12. Tickets at betterfemalefriendships.comTake the Friend Forward Friendship Inventory, including an activity workbook and 45-minute guided video. You will immediately gain clarity on who to prioritize and what shifts need to be made in your friendship landscape:https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/inventory

What is social health, and how can you improve it? Today we're speaking with Harvard-trained social scientist Kasley Killam who's been studying social health for ten years. Her new book, The Art and Science of Connection, is the world's first book on social health, and we're going to get clear on why this is an actual domain of our overall health.Spoiler: It can't be solved by just talking to your bestie once a week. It's much deeper than that.-----Take the Friend Forward Friendship Inventory, including an activity workbook and 45-minute guided video. You will immediately gain clarity on who to prioritize and what shifts need to be made in your friendship landscape:https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/inventory-----Buy Danielle's book Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships

As a single woman who is actively dating, it can be tough to get adequate support from your friends. Sometimes they mean well, but the things they say and do can feel dismissive or insulting, and that can begin to create a certain emotional distance that's hard to recover from.That's where dating expert Lily Womble comes in. In Lily's new book "Thank You, More Please", she breaks down how women can get more adequate support from their friends along their dating journey.As always, the unedited version of this interview can be found in our private community, The Group Chat.----Take the Friend Forward Friendship Inventory, including an activity workbook and 45-minute guided video. You will immediately gain clarity on who to prioritize and what shifts need to be made in your friendship landscape:https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/inventoryTo learn more about the research around women's connection and conflict, visit Betterfemalefriendships.com