Friend Forward

How do you talk to your friends about money? In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, friendship expert and host Danielle Bayard Jackson interviews financial therapist Aja Evans whose book "Feel-Good Finance" is a total game-changer. In this episode, we'll cover: -reasons why talking about money in friendships is difficult -research around women's friendship and comfort level with talking ab...

We're sharing 5 signs that you may not be ready for authentic community.... yet. After we share these signs, you'll hear an excerpt from our interview with Cat Lantigua , author of the book Build It And They Will Come: A Guide To Architecting Intentional Community . We end the episode with host Danielle Bayard Jackson sharing three ways she dropped the ball with community-building this year (and h...

*Announcement Edition* We've got a few things happening behind the scenes that you should know about: Our "For the Girls" challenge kicks off on Monday, February 3 If you're serious about improving the strength and health of your platonic connections with other women, this challenge is for you. Free for members of the "Dean's List" tier of our "Office Hours" community. Join now at Patreon.com/frie...

Research shows that cynicism is on the rise. What does that mean for your ability to create and maintain deep friendships? In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, we review some key points from the book "Hope for Cynics" by Jamil Zaki and think through the relational consequences of this trend. Remember, the full episode is available exclusively in "Office Hours", our Patreon network. -----...

Why does it seem like women are always talking about "fake friends"? While SOME women really ARE actively betraying their friends and operating with bad intentions, there's actually more to the story. In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host, author and relational health educator Danielle Bayard Jackson shares her analysis of the popular phrase. In this EXCERPT of the Friend Forward Pod...

Welcome back to a new season, baby! (And we're on YouTube! ) ---- Listen, I know this might sound harsh, but hear me out: There is a research study that examines the ways that certain aspects of your personality impact the way you form and maintain friendships. This week we're : digging into the study to better understand how we can better show up in friendships evaluating the personality domains...

With the election, hurricane evacuations, holidays, and behind-the-scenes projects, the Friend Forward team is taking a break. In this episode, friendship expert and host Danielle Bayard Jackson shares three reasons we're in our "rest era" and what you can expect when we return. ---- *Book Danielle to speak at your event at info(at)tellpublicrelations(dot)com. *Suggest a topic for the episode at b...

How do you know if you're showing care or showing codependency? How do you deal with a friend who's involvement in your life feels overwhelming? How do we show love for one another without losing ourselves? In this week's episode of the Friend Forward podcast, we'll speak with psychotherapist Terri Cole whose new book -- Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Co-Dependence --...

Reality tv often gets a bad wrap, but for girlfriends who watch together, it becomes a bonding agent. Why is that? The hosts of the wildly popular "2 Black Girls, 1 Rose" podcast are real life besties who break it all down on this week's episode. Be sure to listen to their show wherever you listen to podcasts, and join their Patreon for a deeper dive into all things reality tv. ----- To learn more...

Research finds that on the other side of healthy conflict, people report feeling closer to one another. But what happens when we don't actually have the skills to navigate hard conversations? Domenique Harrison offers therapy at the intersection of race and relationships, and in this episode, she shares some of the key skills necessary to walk through difficult interactions with people we care abo...

The word "community" is being thrown around by a lot of brands and organizations, but what does that word really mean? Whether you're a community builder or a woman looking to experience a real sense of community, listen to this episode of Friend Forward to learn four traits of authentic community so you can find spaces where you truly belong. Host and friendship educator Danielle Bayard Jackson b...

Is "friendship poaching" really a thing? And when it happens to you, what should you do? In part 1, we looked at the benefits and risks of introducing friends to one another, but in part 2, we'll unpack the anxiety around "friend stealing". ------- Want vlogs, bonus episodes, a monthly book club, and additional friendship research? Join the Friend Forward Group Chat . -------- Grab your copy of "...

Should you introduce your friends to one another? In this episode, we'll explore the benefits of having what network researchers refer to as high friendship overlap. We'll also look at the main reason women are reluctant to connect their friends: the potential for "poaching", which we'll address in part 2. Want vlogs, bonus episodes, a monthly book club, and additional friendship research? Join th...

In this week's episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares insights for women who feel like they've passively cultivated a friendship network filled with relationships that they don't even really want. Tune in to learn how to navigate this situation with more clarity and confidence. ------- Looking for your next book club read? Order your copy o...

Got trust issues? In this week's episode, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares 4 ways to gradually and responsibly allow yourself to be more trusting in your female friendships. Want two bonus strategies? We reserve extra content (including bonus episodes!) for members of the private Friend Forward Group Chat. Join here. ----- LAST CHANCE TO JOIN OUR GROUP COACHING PROGRAM, "F...

People are turning to "artificial companions" to supplement (and sometimes replace) what they're getting from real-life friends. What are the pros and cons of using A.I for friendship? Why do people seek this kind of connection? And what are the broader implications of this trend? In this week's episode of the Friend Forward podcast, Danielle Bayard Jackson actually formed her own A.I friend and i...

Ghosting is nothing new, but it does seem like it's become a more common option for those who want to end a relationship. New research suggests that platonic ghosting is just as painful as being ghosted by a romantic partner. But what do you do when it happens to you? In this week's episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson offers 4 steps to help you...

In the market for new friends? In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares 4 phrases to avoid. ---- Buy your copy of "Fighting for our Friendships" and read it with your book club or women's organization! Order your copy here . ------ Want to become a friendship coach? We're designing a high-level certification program. Learn more by emailing us...

In this episode, you'll hear 3 women speak about the friendship issues they experienced and how shaking off the embarrassment of pursuing support for their relational health made a huge difference. ---- ANNOUNCEMENT! Doors for the 16-week Friendship Elevated Group Coaching Program JUST OPENED. Enjoy 20% off registration when you sign-up before August 18 . Join us as we come together in an intimate...

In this episode, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson discusses the idea that being a good friend to some might mean being a bad friend to others. She explores four points to consider when choosing which friendships to prioritize: being a good friend is relative, time is a limited resource, only 50% of friendships are reciprocal, and some people may be displeased with your choices. S...

Sometimes life's circumstances become so overwhelming that you find yourself withdrawing from friends. During your "hibernation" period, you hope that they'll stick around without getting upset, losing interest, or questioning the friendship. So what exactly is a hibernation friend and what can we do to ensure that we have the kind of friendships that make it through? -- In this episode, Danielle...

In this week's episode of the podcast, Danielle Bayard Jackson-- host and friendship expert-- shares how she discovered she's in a new friendship season, and what she's doing to build more active friendships. To experience your own "aha" moments, take your friendship inventory buy clicking this link and using code "summersale" to enjoy 30% off within the next 7 days: https://www.betterfemalefriend...

It can be intimidating to go out into the world and enjoy new experiences on your own. But what are the benefits? And are there strategies to help you to enjoy the experience? In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson offers three mindset shifts that will embolden you, followed by 6 tangible tips for engaging more confidently. ----- Join us in DC for...

What is social health, and how can you improve it? Today we're speaking with Harvard-trained social scientist Kasley Killam who's been studying social health for ten years. Her new book, The Art and Science of Connection , is the world's first book on social health, and we're going to get clear on why this is an actual domain of our overall health. Spoiler: It can't be solved by just talking to yo...

As a single woman who is actively dating, it can be tough to get adequate support from your friends. Sometimes they mean well, but the things they say and do can feel dismissive or insulting, and that can begin to create a certain emotional distance that's hard to recover from. That's where dating expert Lily Womble comes in. In Lily's new book "Thank You, More Please", she breaks down how women c...