Finding Friendship and Connection Over 40 with Dr. Anna Marie Frank

In this heartfelt episode, Mathew Blades sits down with Dr. Anna Marie Frank to explore the challenges and opportunities of making new friends after 40.

Together they discuss the unique loneliness that often arises after decades spent building careers and raising families, and how quality, depth, and accountability become more important in friendships as we age. Dr. Anna Marie Frank shares practical advice for overcoming isolation, such as reaching out to old acquaintances, trying new hobbies like pickleball, and joining groups or faith communities to cultivate true connection.

The episode wraps up with a reminder that combating loneliness starts with small, intentional actions—and the courage to show up differently and consistently for ourselves and others. 

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Jill McMahon - Jillmcmahoncounseling.com