This episode of the Dangerously Divine Podcast features Rachel interviewing Lauren Fractor, a licensed marriage and family therapist and creator of the 'Ladies of Los Angeles' Facebook group.

The discussion revolves around the importance of building and nurturing authentic female friendships. Lauren shares the origin story of her community, which rapidly grew from a small group to over 31,000 members. She also provides insights into navigating friendships, setting boundaries, and the different types of friendships a woman comes across in her life. The conversation also touches on tools for making connections.

Rachel and Lauren emphasize the importance of understanding and overcoming fears related to making connections and fostering meaningful relationships so you can make friends as an adult.

00:00 Introduction to the Dangerously Divine Podcast

00:04 Meet Lauren Fractor: Therapist and Community Creator

01:47 The Birth of Ladies of Los Angeles (LOLA)

03:33 Growing the Community: From Small Gatherings to Thousands

06:03 Navigating Challenges and Maintaining Authenticity

09:26 Personal Stories and Group Dynamics

21:01 Encouraging Participation and Overcoming Fears

24:43 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change

25:02 The Power of Journaling and Voice Memos

26:30 Understanding Different Types of Friendships

28:06 Navigating Friendship Breakups

29:02 Evaluating and Categorizing Friendships

34:00 The Importance of Hard Conversations

43:50 Making Authentic Friendships as an Adult

45:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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