What are generous connections and what can we learn from a 5th grade babysitting club?

Rachel Gillman and Jeana Anderson Cohen discuss the concept of "generous connection" on this week's episode. They explore the difference between giving directions and offering a ride, emphasizing the importance of providing substantial help, such as making warm introductions and sharing detailed, specific advice. Rachel highlights her preference for aiding college students and those going through tough transitions. Jeana shares her practice of always saying "yes" to her community and the impact of setting big, audacious goals. They also touch on the importance of reciprocity, the benefits of making new connections, and the value of clear intentions and norms in fostering positive relationships.

Also, very importantly, we learn rules we should all implement from a 5th grade babysitters' club.

00:42 Today's big question: What does a generous connection look like?

10:25 Rachel's Hotel California view on relationships

12:52 Jeana's show and tell: Talking to strangers with help from an episode of Plain English by Derek Thomson - The Anti Social Century

16:05 A simple sentence to help you make a friend

16:25 Rachel's daughter Shira's tips for making friends

17:11 Rachel's show and tell: her daughter Shira's rules for babysitter club

18:40 Jeana shares data on big groups and drama from Adam Grant (she read it on Scary Mommy)

21:32 Connection spotlight: Danielle Robay

22:46 Rachel and Jeana pull cards from Danielle Robay's card deck called "Question Everything"

25:05 Jeana tries to save Rachel's plants through positive words and affirmations

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