Friend Forward

This is part TWO of a two-week series... It's the #1 question we hear: "How do I make friends as an adult?" But before we take a look at the strategies to create new connections, we must first understand the challenges that lie ahead. Because it's not actually HARD, it's just something we haven't had much practice with. But the good news is, we're here to help you through it.  To sign-up for the NEW "How to Make Friends (as an adult) Ultimate Course", visit betterfemalefriendships.com/howtomakefriendscourse to secure "founder's pricing" before the price increases on November 1.

It's the #1 question we hear: "How do I make friends as an adult?" But before we take a look at the strategies to create new connections, we must first understand the challenges that lie ahead. Because it's not actually HARD, it's just something we haven't had much practice with. But the good news is, we're here to help you through it. (And because this is such a layered conversation, part 2 drops next week.)   To sign-up for the NEW "How to Make Friends (as an adult) Ultimate Course", visit betterfemalefriendships.com/howtomakefriendscourse to secure "founder's pricing" before the price increases on November 1.

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Every now and then you need a girls' trip with your friends, but how do you plan so that there's a guarantee that it will be drama-free? In this week's episode we'll talk about the 2 benefits of group trips, the 4 things to consider while you plan, and how to recover if things go sideways. Because the Real Housewives series can't be the only model we have of how girls' trips are supposed to go.  Ready for 1-on-1 friendship coaching? Visit us at Betterfemalefriendships.com

For the first time, I step away from "coach mode" to chat with two of my personal friends-- Katy and Yamel-- to talk about "new friend red flags". We received several responses to our Instagram story asking about the things other women do within your first few interactions that turn you off, and this week we're discussing them as a group. We'll also share our "green flags"-- things women do within the "new friend" stage that make us swoon.      For a complete friendship transformation, consider joining our 8-week coaching program, "Friendship Elevated", at Betterfemalefriendships.com/membership. There are video modules, homework challenges, and personal coaching sessions to help you MASTER adult friendship in 60 days.

By now, you're familiar with the idea of the "strong friend". Whether YOU are this person or you have this person in your friend group, it's important to know ways to take some of pressure off. In today's episode, we'll explore ways to identify the "strong friend", reasons she doesn't ask for help, and tangible ways to show her support. For one-on-one insight, schedule your coaching session today at betterfemalefriendships.com/services

You want to make new connections, but there are EIGHT sneaky habits that you may have that might be sabotaging your attempts. In this week's episode, we highlight a few common mistakes that we unknowingly make that send the message, "NOT INTERESTED" whenever we're in public-- and then we'll show you how to make it right. If you're looking for more in-depth support for making (and keeping!) friends, join our 8-week program "Friendship Elevated" before the price increases on October 1. See you at BETTERFEMALEFRIENDSHIPS.COM/MEMBERSHIP

Why do we choose to maintain friendships that feel like an obligation? In this week's episode we'll cover the definition of an obligatory friend, the top 5 reasons we are scared to end things, and how you can end the friendship with grace and compassion. To join our 8-week Friendship Elevated program, visit betterfemalefriendships.com/membership.

We asked 400 women if they've ever felt lonely EVEN THOUGH they have friends. You'd be surprised by the percentage of woman who said "yes". This week, we're sharing the top 5 reasons they reported for why they feel this way, along with tangible solutions for each one. For more information on how to create better female friendships, join our exclusive 8-week program, Friendship Elevated, which includes weekly videos AND FOUR COACHING CALLS! Visit for more details. betterfemalefriendships.com/membership

A new survey reveals that 40& of Americans self-report NOT having a best friend. But is that abnormal? Should women aspire to have a "bestie"? On this week's episode, Danielle breaks down what a best friend is, gives two warnings to women who DO have a BFF, and offers 3 tips for women who DON'T have one-- all of this answering that one pressing question: do you really NEED a best friend? More resources (and coaching one-on-ones!) at www.betterfemalefriendships.com/membership and follow Danielle on Instagram @daniellebayardjackson