You’re out shopping and you see a group of four women walk by, sipping on coffee, pushing their carts and laughing at something together, and you feel a little sting. You’re wondering if you’ll ever experience that group dynamic again the way you did when you were younger, and you’re secretly wishing that you had a solid friendship group, in the way so many other people seem to.    In today’s episode of the Friend Forward podcast, our resident friendship expert explores why we yearn for friendship groups, especially in our 30s, what the research has to say about it, and the pros and cons of friendship groups as opposed to dyadic friendships. So if this issue has been top of mind lately, then this episode is for you.   If you’re desiring a little more vulnerability, depth and intimacy from your friendships, then this is the episode for you.    And, as always, stay tuned to the end for this week’s homework.    If you’re in a period where you’re trying to better understand women’s friendships, specifically relating to how to position yourself to make new like-minded friends as a woman in her 30s, you can join the waiting list for Danielle’s “Five Stages Of Adult Friendship” course here.   To pre-order Danielle’s book, Fighting For Our Friendships, click here   If you want to get your hands on the extended learning guide related to last week’s podcast episode, exploring the barriers to vulnerability in friendship (totally free of charge for a limited time only), grab your guide at betterfemalefriendships.com.    To never miss an episode of the Friend Forward Podcast, click the ‘+ Follow’ button now. New episodes are released every Thursday.   To connect with Danielle wants to hear about it - drop her a DM at @friendforward on Instagram or visit us 24/7 at  www.betterfemalefriendships.com   Want to join our Book Club and see what we’re reading this month? Join us here.    To explore more of Danielle’s friendship expertise, connect with her at https://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 Book Danielle to speak at your upcoming conference or event, by emailing info@tellpublicrelations.com