Friend Forward

Today's episode is in response to a listener's question about her husband's ongoing disapproval of one of her friendships.  How are you supposed to manage when you feel stuck in the middle? I'll explain the ways everyone involved has a role to play, and I'm even including comments I received on my Instagram page when I posted about this "Dear Abby" moment. If you're struggling in your female friendships. submit your question to me on Instagram @daniellebayardjackson or visit us at BetterFemaleFriendships.com.

This week is for our audio book lovers! We're doing something a little different: On this episode I'm sharing chapter 1 from my book "Give it a Rest: The Case for Tough-Love Friendships". Why now? Quarantine has many of us reflecting on the state of our friendships, and this book helps us to begin finding the courage (and learning the strategies) necessary to show up boldly in our friendships. If you like what you hear, purchase your copy on Amazon. And if you're one of the many women who's already read the book, be sure to leave a review! For more friendship advice, visit BetterFemaleFriendships.com.

The year 2020 is bringing up a lot of issues that are making us see our friends differently. Once you discover that you and your friend view the world differently, can the friendship survive? In this episode, I'm  sharing the 2 questions you have to ask yourself to know if it's time to walk away. If you're looking for more personalized support, visit BetterFemaleFriendships.com to book a coaching session today.

It's been days since you texted your friend Christina, and she still hasn't gotten back to you. What are you supposed to say? (And what should you do if you're typically the "Christina" in this situation?) Today we're talking about "bad texters" and the surprising ways this bad habit can put a strain on your friendships. If this episode resonates with you, let us know by sending us a message at hello@betterfemalefriendships.com. We'll be rooting for you! Visit us NOW at BetterFemaleFriendships.com

While meaningful friendships take time to cultivate, there are a few things you can do during the first interaction with someone to expedite the process. This week I'm outlining 6 things you can do to make women immediately say, "Hey, I think I like her." If after listening to this episode, you are looking for one-on-one help with this skill, reach out to us at BetterFemaleFriendships.com, and if this kind of things makes you nervous because you think you're too socially awkward to see it through, read our latest feature in INSIDER!

When it comes to establishing boundaries, there's a lot to consider. We don't want to be seen as uptight, but we also value a certain level of protection and self-preservation in our friendships.In today's episode, I will: Answer a reader-submitted question from my Instagram DMs Talk about the thing that makes boundaries so tricky Give you a script for what to say when a friend crosses the line (Kind of) reveal my one off-limits topic in for friends If this episode hits close to home and you want to chat one-on-one, visit us at www.giveitarestmovement to schedule a friendship coaching session today.

They're calling us the "Loneliness Generation", and there's good reason for it. But when everyone's ashamed to admit they feel a little lonely, it's hard to have an honest conversation about it. In today's episode, I'm sharing: 5 reasons why Millennial women are hit the hardest 3 ways to feel less lonely 1 new mentality you need to adopt  how your fear of loneliness is keeping you in unhealthy friendships If you are looking for personal support after listening to this episode, visit us at www.giveitarestmovement.com for resources to get you through.

While some of us flourish in social situations, there are those of us who are hypersensitive to normal social interactions. It's in the way we move and speak, and it can be completely overwhelming. If you would consider yourself to be a "socially awkward" person, today's episode will give you tangible tips to managing your feelings and behaviors, because the truth is that our awkwardness, if left unchecked, can unintentionally impact our ability to make and keep friends. If you enjoy this episode and want strategies that are more personalized to your specific situation, book a friendship coaching session over at giveitarestmovement.com And if you're struggling to tell your friend that HER awkwardness is beginning to negatively impact your friendship, purchase your copy of Give it a Rest: The Case for Tough-Love Friendships today to help you with that hard conversation.

While most of us wouldn't admit it, we have adopted stereotypes about other women that directly impact our friendships. So today, I'm outlining the 5 most common stereotypes about female friendship and explaining where they come from so we can begin to enjoy our relationships with other women without the hang-ups and misconceptions.  After I outline these stereotypes, you'll hear my interview with Kayleen Schaefer, author of the book "Text Me When You Get Home" which is about modern female friendships. Kayleen has interviewed more than 100 women about their friendships and has a lot to say about the stereotypes that keep us apart. After listening to the episode, be sure to read a few of our research-based articles on www.giveitarestmovement.com or follow us on IG @giveitarestmovement. You can also buy Kayleen's book here and my book, Give it a Rest: The Case for Tough-Love Friendships" here.

At some point in your friendship, you're going to be called out-- it's inevitable. Whether it's about your appearance, attitude, or-- for some of you these days-- white privilege, you'll likely struggle with what to say and how to process your emotions. In today's episode, I'll tell a story of when a friend shared a "tough-love truth" with me, and then I'll give you 5 strategies for responding when you get hit with one of your own. Be sure to visit www.giveitarestmovement.com for more resources to help you manage your friendships. And if things are especially difficult right now, feel free to book your personal coaching session today. Follow us at @giveitarestmovement for daily friendship research and insights!