How to Make (and Keep) Real Friends as an Adult with Danielle Bayard Jackson - the Silent Struggles of Female Friendship, and Navigating FOMO

Why are adult friendships so hard, and what can we actually do about it? In this episode, we’re joined by Danielle Bayard Jackson, a leading women’s relational health educator and author of Fighting for Our Friendships, to unpack the real (and often unspoken) dynamics of female friendships. From ghosting and group chat drama to making new friends after 40, Danielle shares the science behind connection, why conflict is inevitable (and even healthy), and how to protect your relationships through life’s biggest transitions - divorce, motherhood, moves, career shifts, and everything in between. If you’ve ever felt left out, let down, or just totally overwhelmed by friendship in adulthood, this episode is for you. Mentioned in the Episode: www.daniellebayardjackson.com/ Friend Forward Coaching Friend Forward Podcast Fighting for Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships by Danielle Bayard Jackson Yellowface: A Novel―A Chilling Novel of Racism and Cultural Appropriation by R.F. Kuang A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [e-mail] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices