This is Part 2 of our conversation with award-winning anthropologist and TEDx Speaker Dr. Chelsea Shields. After working with clients all over the world to help them better understand how humans have evolved and what they’re socially influenced by, she has developed a theory about the five friends you need in life to contribute to your social safety net.Ideas we discuss in this episode:Finding a third place outside of social media Code-switching and its impact on how we portray ourselves onlineWhy we struggle to be fully authentic onlineWhy you should utilize social media primarily for marketing Red flags to look out for in unhealthy communitiesGreens flags to look for in a strong, healthy, reciprocal communityWhat is social capital and being on the peripheral means.Why you need to improve your social intelligenceHow your own mental health affects long-term relationshipsHow to develop deep, authentic friendshipsWhy isolating after breakups isn’t the best solutionThe importance of intergenerational friendshipsThe five friends you need in lifeSPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.Nuuly - ALREADYFRIENDS20 for $20 off your first monthSOCIAL LINKSWatch Dr. Shields Ted Talk here.Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTokAllison's Socials: Instagram, TikTokCeara's Socials: Instagram, TikTokTo sponsor our show, email werealreadyfriends@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy