Friend Forward

In your friend group, there’s quite a mixed bag. Some of the ladies have extensive means while others have to be a little more conscious about how they spend. And while you know this too be true, it’s not like you all ever really talk about it, because that would be awkward… right? In today’s episode of the Friend Forward podcast, Danielle Bayard Jackson is going to talk about money and the sneaky way that it can impact our female friendships. By the end of today’s show, you’ll learn: Two reasons why money often causes conflict in friendships What to do whether you’re the friend with only a couple dollars in the account OR the friend who’s living comfortably And finally, how to plan social outings that everyone can take part in If you’re ready for this conversation to make a little more CENTS,  then stay tuned because we’re gonna unpack it.   Follow Danielle Follow Friend Forward Visit Betterfemalefriendships.com

Attachment Theory is having a moment in mainstream media, but what does it really mean? And how do you know if your particular attachment style is impacting your friendships? In this week's episode, we speak with Megan Gillespie, an educator and therapist specializing in anxiety and attachment, who breaks down the surprising ways in which your attachment style may be hurting (and helping!) your platonic relationships.  If you want to become more intentional about creating satisfying friendships, this episode is for you.   Follow us @friendforward Follow Megan @ meganegillespie   For 1-on-1 coaching (or to book Danielle to speak at your conference/ women's event/ academic symposium) visit Betterfemalefriendships.com

How do you address a friend who only talks about herself? Sure, you love her for her adventurousness and humor, but sometimes it just seems like you're along for the ride while she's the star of the show. In this episode, you'll learn three reasons why self-centeredness harms friendships, a 3-step formula for addressing this issue, and two quick hacks to get out of a "monologue-style" conversation that's gone on for far too long.   https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/membership

You probably expect that a friendship coach helps with making friends, deepening friendships, and navigating friendship conflicts. These are certainly the central issues that we work through. But there are other issues-- that are much more specific-- that women confess during our time together, and we're sharing them today in hopes that it validates listeners who've been privately mulling over similar thoughts.   While we already outlined these 6 issues in a recent TikTok video, today we'll be elaborating on each.   Follow DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON Follow FRIEND FORWARD VISIT BETTERFEMALEFRIENDSHIPS.COM

Today I’m sharing my conversation with Amanda E. White, the therapist you know and love from the IG account @therapyforwomen. She’s the author of Not Drinking Tonight, a judgement-free and relatable book that helps you explore your relationship with alcohol.  By the time you’re done listening to this conversation, you'll understand: What the sober-curious movement is all about Signs that a friend’s drinking may have gone too far Two things that may instantly change in your friendships if you decide to live an alcohol-free life If you're ready to learn how to build friendships that are actually satisfying, visit us at Betterfemalefriendships.com/membership -Follow FRIENDSHIP COACH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON -Follow FRIEND FORWARD

We've missed you! It's season 4 for the Friend Forward Podcast and we're getting more personal this time around. Listen in as our resident friendship coach, Danielle Bayard Jackson, gives a preview of the episode topics you can expect, along with a few other surprises. Let's do this.

Each year closes with a collective optimism to "get it right" in the year to come. In our season finale, we walk you through research-based strategies for keeping the resolutions you're making for your friendships. To get more from this episode, download our new ebook (which includes a FREE assessment that reveals the specific friendship goals YOU should make for 2022). Betterfemalefriendships.com/friendshipintentions. See you again in February 2022 when we kick-off season 4! Until then, follow along with us on Instagram @friendforward or join our coaching program at Betterfemalefriendships.com/membership

It's inevitable in any long-lasting friendship: your friend will make choices that you disapprove of, but how do you address it without her feeling like you're being completely unsupportive? In this episode, we'll explore 3 things to keep in mind when you want to show your friend you have her back (even though you disagree with her decisions). [Download your free "Friendship Intentions" ebook to take the assessment and determine which area of friendship you should focus on for the year 2022.] For more personalized support, book a coaching session at Betterfemalefriendships.com today. Space is limited!

In the third week of our "How to support a friend when..." series, we're talking about showing up for a friend with a new baby. Dr. Angel Montfort is a psychologist who specializes in perinatal mental health and joins us as a guest to lend her voice to this conversation. Follow her on Instagram at @drangelmontfort for more, and follow us at @friendforward or visit Betterfemalefriendships.com/membership to join our VIP 8-week group coaching program to get your friendships in order before the new year!

Try as we might, it can be tough to know exactly what to do or say to help a friend manage her feelings around a break-up. In part 2 of a 4-part series titled "How to support a friend when...", we're outlining 5 ways to help a friend when she's reeling from heartbreak.    If you're looking for a way to finally get ACTIONABLE strategies for more satisfying friendships, visit betterfemalefriendships.com/membership to join our 8-week group coaching program before the price increases on December 31.   Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @friendforward or @daniellebayardjackson.