We know that friendship is vital to everyone’s health and wellbeing but for the single woman, female friendship especially feels like a lifeline. Single women tend to exclusively turn to their friends for emotional support and companionship, and as the number of single women has increased nearly 20% in the past 10 years, more women are buying houses and raising children together under these platonic bonds. So what is female friendship to the single woman? And how does she stay connected to her friends who are partnered?   In today’s episode of Friend Forward, our resident friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares with you the seven things your single friends wish that you knew, so that as a partnered woman, you can develop more understanding, perspective and compassion for friends who are walking in their single session. And as always, stay tuned to the end for this week's homework.   This episode also features an excerpt from Danielle’s interview with Meagan Ayana, the founder of Single Girl Club, who shares her own thoughts on friendship as a single woman.    And married and partnered women, in next week’s episode, it’s your turn. Danielle will be exploring the things that you wish your single friends knew. If you want to join the conversation and share your thoughts, hit us up anytime on Instagram or reach us at www.betterfemalefriendships.com   Click the ‘Follow’ button now to not miss an episode. And remember, you can send us your questions on Instagram or at www.betterfemalefriendships.com   To get in touch with  Meagan Ayana, you can connect with her at Instagram and explore her Single Girl Club here   To explore more of Danielle’s friendship expertise, connect with her at www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson   Stay updated with the latest episodes and podcast updates at https://www.instagram.com/friendforward   To explore coaching with Danielle visit www.betterfemalefriendships.com/coaching   Join our private group chat for extra resources, at https://www.patreon.com/friendforward   Book Danielle to speak at your upcoming conference or event, by emailing info@tellpublicrelations.com