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Why is it so hard to make friends as an adult? (PART 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... by Friend Forward

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5 Things Keeping You from DEEPER Friendships: You have a few good friendships, but lately you've noticed that they're not really as... deep... as you'd hoped for. In this episode, we're walking you through 5 (possible) reasons your platonic relationships have been feeling a little surface-level... by Friend Forward

20 min listen

4 Ways to Respond to a "Chronic Complainer": What do you do when your friendship falls into a routine of constant complaining? While it may feel good to occasionally vent, "chronic complainers" suffer from an ongoing negative mindset-- and it can take quite a toll on a friendship. Here's the... by Friend Forward

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[SERIES: "How to support your friend when..."] She has a Chronic Illness: This week, we're kicking off a 4-week series titled "How to Support Your Friend When..." and it's all about chronic illness. We are joined by listeners Erin and Nikita who share their struggle with various illnesses and the ways in which friends... by Friend Forward

17 min listen

How to Make Friends as an Adult [Youtube Recording]: By far, the most common question I get as a friendship coach is this: "How do I make friends as an adult?" In this episode, I outline 5 things to consider when you're trying to make new friends. While there are no tricks or short-cuts to... by Friend Forward

11 min listen

Season Finale: How to Make (and Keep) Friendship Intentions for the New Year: Each year closes with a collective optimism to "get it right" in the year to come. In our season finale, we walk you through research-based strategies for keeping the resolutions you're making for your friendships. To get more from this episode,... by Friend Forward

18 min listen

Three Questions to Ask When Your Friends Let You Down: It's inevitable that-- in the course of any friendship-- you will eventually be let down by people you love. This is simply a result of two fallible humans coming together to interact with one another. But what do you do when you're still not over the... by Friend Forward

14 min listen

What to do when you're the friend who's always initiating: What do you do when YOU'RE the friend who's always initiating? In this episode, friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson gives three things you can do to manage your frustration and experience more balance in your friendships. (As always, stay... by Friend Forward

15 min listen

How to Deal with a Friend's Self-Centered Conversations: How do you address a friend who only talks about herself? Sure, you love her for her adventurousness and humor, but sometimes it just seems like you're along for the ride while she's the star of the show. In this episode, you'll learn three reasons... by Friend Forward

19 min listen

BONUS EPISODE: We have a MAJOR announcement!: Danielle has a major announcement. Buckle up. by Friend Forward

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Tired of " new friend fade"? Use THIS method to fix it!: After an awesome first-interaction with a woman you like, you probably end the conversation by saying, "We should get together some time!" And she agrees... but nothing ever materializes. Danielle created "The Trailer Method" to increase your chances... by Friend Forward

14 min listen

How to plan a drama-free girls' trip: 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,... by Friend Forward

14 min listen

Girl Problems: "We talk on the phone, but I don't feel close to her.": "Girl Problems" is a new weekly segment from the Friend Forward podcast where we attempt to answer a listener's issue in 5 minutes or less. To submit your issue ( or to sign-up for a full one-on-one session), visit us at . Follow... by Friend Forward

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The Dark Side of Group Chats: For some women, they're a source of support. But for others, they are a major source of anxiety. Today we're talking about the dark side of group chats, because they can cause both internal and external conflicts. In this episode, you'll learn the... by Friend Forward

20 min listen

Why is it so hard to make friends as an adult? (PART 2): 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... by Friend Forward

14 min listen

"I can't stand your boyfriend." How to survive when her partner's the worst.: What do you do when your friend's in love with someone but you're not feeling it? Today's episode roadmap: 1. Two things to consider before you speak up (as always, there's research involved!) 2. How to frame your feedback 3. What to do when... by Friend Forward

18 min listen

"Sorry, I can't make it." How to Stop Cancelling on Your Friends: How do you break your bad habit of cancelling plans? And how do you get past the frustration of being ditched by a friend? In this episode, I address both groups: the offenders, and the offended! Regularly cancelling plans can have long-term effects... by Friend Forward

19 min listen

Can a "sober curious" lifestyle impact your friendships? A conversation w Amanda E. White, author of Not Drinking Tonight: Today I’m sharing my conversation with Amanda E. White, the therapist you know and love from the IG account . She’s the author of Not Drinking Tonight, a judgement-free and relatable book that helps you explore your relationship with... by Friend Forward

23 min listen

Thanksgiving Updates and Listener Check-In: We hope you're spending this week enjoying time with friends and family! Until we meet again next week, here are some things you should know: 1. Enjoy 30% off of our How to Make Friends as an Adult Course when you pay in full and use code... by Friend Forward

3 min listen

[SERIES: "How to support a friend when..."] She's going through a break-up: Try as we might, it can be tough to know exactly what to do or say to help a friend manage her feelings around a break-up. In part 2 of a 4-part series titled "How to support a friend when...", we're outlining 5 ways to help a friend when she's... by Friend Forward

15 min listen

[Series: "How to support a friend when..."] You disagree with her choices: [Series: "How to support a friend when..."] You disagree with her choices by Friend Forward

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Season 4 Trailer: Getting Personal: We've missed you! It's season 4 for the Friend Forward Podcast and we're getting more personal this time around. Listen in as our resident friendship coach, Danielle Bayard Jackson, gives a preview of the episode topics you can expect, along with a... by Friend Forward

2 min listen

[SERIES: "How to support your friend when..."] She is a new mom/ has postpartum depression: In the third week of our "How to support a friend when..." series, we're talking about showing up for a friend with a new baby. Dr. Angel Montfort is a psychologist who specializes in perinatal mental health and joins us as a guest to lend her voice... by Friend Forward

19 min listen

"How leaning into activism changed my friendships." A conversation with actor/athlete/ activist Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman: Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman is a Brooklyn based Afro-Latina actor, athlete and activist who founded , a wellness company dedicated to providing programs and resources to aide in the fight for social justice. But when she really leaned into activism, she... by Friend Forward

23 min listen

How to Stay Friends When Money Gets in the Way: In your friend group, there’s quite a mixed bag. Some of the ladies have extensive means while others have to be a little more conscious about how they spend. And while you know this too be true, it’s not like you all ever really talk about it,... by Friend Forward

17 min listen

Three reasons your friendship might lack emotional safety: Emotional safety is critical for us to be able to open up with friends, but there are a few things that make it "unsafe" to do so. In this episode, host Danielle Bayard Jackson explains why emotional safety is important, along with three things that... by Friend Forward

18 min listen

How to navigate your friend's "vent" sessions: Our most video earned more than 500K views, and it was about validating your friend when she's venting-- let's just say that women had a lot to share in the comment section! So in this week's episode, we're unpacking how to the pros and cons of... by Friend Forward

20 min listen

Girl Problems: "What do I do if I can't afford friendship therapy or coaching?": "Girl Problems" is a new weekly mini-segment from the Friend Forward podcast where resident friendship coach and educator Danielle Bayard Jackson attempts to address a personal DM in five minutes or less with the help of fellow listeners. To learn... by Friend Forward

6 min listen

Three reasons why you just can't take a compliment: Your friends are there to hype you up-- but you can't allow yourself to accept the praise. Why is that? In today's episode of the Friend Forward podcast, resident friendship coach and educator Danielle Bayard Jackson explains why (some!) women have... by Friend Forward

18 min listen

Here's how your personal body image is affecting your friendships: Interview with Jess Connolly, Author/ Speaker/ Coach: Body image + friendship-- the two issues seem unrelated, don't they? But today we'll explore how they might actually be connected. We're speaking with THE , and are still in disbelief to have someone we admire so much sitting in the guest chair. So... by Friend Forward

17 min listen

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