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April 4, 2025 55 mins
Hey lady! Do you believe you can have a real platonic, relationship with a person of the opposite sex? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom offer their unique perspectives about why they value their friendships with the men in their lives but have learned through living how to build relationships based on the type of intimacy that is born from genuine intentions, clear communication, and healthy boundaries.

Do you have areas in your life where it is gray? Are you having trouble sorting out where your relationship needs to land for you to feel happy and fulfilled? Dr. Dom and Terri shed some light on scenarios that have come up in their personal lives that have allowed them to create healthy conversations with themselves so that they can be authentic with their male friends. 

Tips to Maintain a Healthy Platonic Friendship 
1. Impulse Control
2. Open Communication
3. Internal Boundary-Setting
4. Clear External Boundaries
5. Respecting Relationship Statuses
6. Mutual Agreement on the Friendship Terms
7. Check Yourself  

Quote of the Day:
"Having a soulmate is not always about love. You can find a soulmate in a friendship, too"
– Unknown  

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Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary  

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls 
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC  

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