In this episode, host Danielle Bayard Jackson steps into the role of your personal "friendship PR person," guiding you through some of the trickiest situations women encounter in their friendships.Drawing from her background in public relations and research on women's connection, Danielle Bayard Jackson shares practical scripts, formulas, and growth-oriented responses to help you respond to testing situations without sacrificing your authenticity or reputation.🎧 BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE.Members of Office Hours get supplementary material with every episode to deepen their friendships. Join anytime at: https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/📚 EPISODE RESOURCES & REFERENCES:In this episode, Danielle mentioned her PR consulting business, TELL Public Relations: <a href="https://www.tellpublicrelations.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tellpublicrelations.com</a>🎙️ GET FEATURED ON THE PODCASTHave a friendship question, hot take, or personal story you want featured? Send a voice note via Instagram DMs @friendforward or email a voice note or video to hello@betterfemalefriendships.com.WORK WITH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Join Office Hours for bonus content and community → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehours</li><li>Join the Friendship Elevated Fall 2026 Waitlist → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/friendship-elevated-waitlist</li><li>Check out more connection resources → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources</li></ul> FOLLOW DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Get the book "Fighting for our Friendships" → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/fighting-for-our-friendships</li><li>Follow on Instagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagram</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok →<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpert" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpert</a></li><li>Learn more about Danielle →<a href="https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/</a></li></ul> 🗣️ BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAKLooking for a speaker on women's cooperation, communication, and conflict? Send your inquiry to info@tellpublicrelations.com.

In this episode, host Danielle Bayard Jackson steps into the role of your personal "friendship PR person," guiding you through some of the trickiest situations women encounter in their friendships. Drawing from her background in public relations and research on women's connection, Danielle Bayard Jackson shares practical scripts, formulas, and growth-oriented responses to help you respond to testing situations without sacrificing your authenticity or reputation. 🎧 BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE. Members of Office Hours get supplementary material with every episode to deepen their friendships. Join anytime at: https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/ 📚 EPISODE RESOURCES & REFERENCES: In this episode, Danielle mentioned her PR consulting business, TELL Public Relations: Tellpublicrelations.com 🎙️ GET FEATURED ON THE PODCAST Have a friendship question, hot take, or personal story you want featured? Send a voice note via Instagram DMs @friendforward or email a voice note or video to hello@betterfemalefriendships.com. WORK WITH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:Join Office Hours for bonus content and community → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehoursJoin the Friendship Elevated Fall 2026 Waitlist → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/friendship-elevated-waitlistCheck out more connection resources → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources FOLLOW DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:Get the book "Fighting for our Friendships" → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/fighting-for-our-friendshipsFollow on Instagram → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagramFollow on TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpertLearn more about Danielle →https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/ 🗣️ BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAK Looking for a speaker on women's cooperation, communication, and conflict? Send your inquiry to info@tellpublicrelations.com.

In this episode, host Danielle Bayard Jackson steps into the role of your personal "friendship PR person," guiding you through some of the trickiest situations women encounter in their friendships.Drawing from her background in public relations and research on women's connection, Danielle Bayard Jackson shares practical scripts, formulas, and growth-oriented responses to help you respond to testing situations without sacrificing your authenticity or reputation.🎧 BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE.Members of Office Hours get supplementary material with every episode to deepen their friendships. Join anytime at: https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/📚 EPISODE RESOURCES &amp; REFERENCES:In this episode, Danielle mentioned her PR consulting business, TELL Public Relations: <a href="https://www.tellpublicrelations.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tellpublicrelations.com</a>🎙️ GET FEATURED ON THE PODCASTHave a friendship question, hot take, or personal story you want featured? Send a voice note via Instagram DMs @friendforward or email a voice note or video to hello@betterfemalefriendships.com.WORK WITH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Join Office Hours for bonus content and community → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehours</li><li>Join the Friendship Elevated Fall 2026 Waitlist → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/friendship-elevated-waitlist</li><li>Check out more connection resources → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources</li></ul> FOLLOW DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Get the book "Fighting for our Friendships" → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/fighting-for-our-friendships</li><li>Follow on Instagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagram</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok →<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpert" rel="noopener noreferrer"> https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpert</a></li><li>Learn more about Danielle →<a href="https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/</a></li></ul> 🗣️ BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAKLooking for a speaker on women's cooperation, communication, and conflict? Send your inquiry to info@tellpublicrelations.com.

7 Awkward Friendship Situations (and How to Handle Them like a PR pro)

In this episode, we're kicking off our 4-week series on gathering, as we enter the holiday season.This week, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson interviews Amber Mayfield Hewitt about the art of hosting, emphasizing authenticity, intentionality, and community building. They explore practical tips for creating meaningful gatherings that foster connection and joy.Key topics addressed in this episode:<ul><li>Reframing hosting as a joyful skill, not a burden</li><li>Addressing common mentalities around hosting and guest lists</li><li>Creating personal and intentional experiences</li><li>The importance of vulnerability and authenticity in gatherings</li><li>Designing spaces and activities that foster curiosity and connection</li><li>The role of recurring events in community building</li><li></li></ul> 🎧 BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE.Members of Office Hours get supplementary material with every episode to deepen their friendships. Join anytime at: <a href="https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehours" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehours</a>This week's bonus: A five-part series on a book about women's aggression that doesn't release until next year (but as a member, you get a preview!).ABOUT AMBER MAYFIELD HEWETTAmber Mayfield Hewett is an award-winning event producer and founder of the <a href="https://www.tobehosted.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">To Be Hosted</a> supper club, the creator of <a href="https://whileentertaining.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">While Entertaining</a>, and the author of <a href="https://www.ambermayfield.com/yourturntohost" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your Turn to Host</a>.CONNECT WITH AMBER:<ul><li>Book, <a href="https://www.ambermayfield.com/yourturntohost" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your Turn to Host</a></li><li>Website: <a href="https://www.ambermayfield.com/about" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ambermayfield.com/about</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ambb_mayy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ambb_mayy/</a></li></ul> 🎙️ GET FEATURED ON THE PODCASTHave a friendship question, hot take, or personal story you want featured? Send a voice note via Instagram DMs <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/pod-instagram" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@friendforward</a> or email a voice note or video to hello@betterfemalefriendships.com.***ATTEND OUR WOMEN'S MIXER***We're hosting "Good Chemistry", a data-driven social mixer, on November 7 at 5pm in Tampa, Florida. Grab your ticket <a href="https://delicate-lion-955.myflodesk.com/goodchemistry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a><a href="https://delicate-lion-955.myflodesk.com/goodchemistry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a>(seats are limited!)WORK WITH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Join Office Hours for bonus content and community → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/office-hours" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/office-hours</a></li><li>Join the Friendship Elevated Fall 2026 Waitlist → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/friendship-elevated-waitlist" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/friendship-elevated-waitlist</a></li><li>Check out more connection resources → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources</a></li><li>Become a certified relational health coach → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/relational-health-institute" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/relational-health-institute</a></li></ul> FOLLOW DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Get the book "Fighting for our Friendships" → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/book</a></li><li>Follow on Instagram → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagram" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagram</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/tiktok" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/tiktok</a></li><li>Learn more about Danielle → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/website" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/website</a></li></ul> 🗣️ BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAKLooking for a speaker on women's cooperation, communication, and conflict? Send your inquiry to <a href="mailto:info@tellpublicrelations.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@tellpublicrelations.com</a>.

In this episode, we're kicking off our 4-week series on gathering, as we enter the holiday season. This week, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson interviews Amber Mayfield Hewitt about the art of hosting, emphasizing authenticity, intentionality, and community building. They explore practical tips for creating meaningful gatherings that foster connection and joy. Key topics addressed in this episode:Reframing hosting as a joyful skill, not a burdenAddressing common mentalities around hosting and guest listsCreating personal and intentional experiencesThe importance of vulnerability and authenticity in gatheringsDesigning spaces and activities that foster curiosity and connectionThe role of recurring events in community building 🎧 BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE. Members of Office Hours get supplementary material with every episode to deepen their friendships. Join anytime at: https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehours This week's bonus: A five-part series on a book about women's aggression that doesn't release until next year (but as a member, you get a preview!). ABOUT AMBER MAYFIELD HEWETT Amber Mayfield Hewett is an award-winning event producer and founder of the To Be Hosted supper club, the creator of While Entertaining, and the author of Your Turn to Host. CONNECT WITH AMBER:Book, Your Turn to HostWebsite: https://www.ambermayfield.com/aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambb_mayy/ 🎙️ GET FEATURED ON THE PODCAST Have a friendship question, hot take, or personal story you want featured? Send a voice note via Instagram DMs @friendforward or email a voice note or video to hello@betterfemalefriendships.com. ***ATTEND OUR WOMEN'S MIXER*** We're hosting "Good Chemistry", a data-driven social mixer, on November 7 at 5pm in Tampa, Florida. Grab your ticket here (seats are limited!) WORK WITH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:Join Office Hours for bonus content and community → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/office-hoursJoin the Friendship Elevated Fall 2026 Waitlist → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/friendship-elevated-waitlistCheck out more connection resources → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resourcesBecome a certified relational health coach → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/relational-health-institute FOLLOW DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:Get the book "Fighting for our Friendships" → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/bookFollow on Instagram → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagramFollow on TikTok → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/tiktokLearn more about Danielle → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/website 🗣️ BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAK Looking for a speaker on women's cooperation, communication, and conflict? Send your inquiry to info@tellpublicrelations.com.

In this episode, we're kicking off our 4-week series on gathering, as we enter the holiday season.This week, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson interviews Amber Mayfield Hewitt about the art of hosting, emphasizing authenticity, intentionality, and community building. They explore practical tips for creating meaningful gatherings that foster connection and joy.Key topics addressed in this episode:<ul><li>Reframing hosting as a joyful skill, not a burden</li><li>Addressing common mentalities around hosting and guest lists</li><li>Creating personal and intentional experiences</li><li>The importance of vulnerability and authenticity in gatherings</li><li>Designing spaces and activities that foster curiosity and connection</li><li>The role of recurring events in community building</li><li></li></ul> 🎧 BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE.Members of Office Hours get supplementary material with every episode to deepen their friendships. Join anytime at: <a href="https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehours" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehours</a>This week's bonus: A five-part series on a book about women's aggression that doesn't release until next year (but as a member, you get a preview!).ABOUT AMBER MAYFIELD HEWETTAmber Mayfield Hewett is an award-winning event producer and founder of the <a href="https://www.tobehosted.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">To Be Hosted</a> supper club, the creator of <a href="https://whileentertaining.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">While Entertaining</a>, and the author of <a href="https://www.ambermayfield.com/yourturntohost" rel="noopener noreferrer">Your Turn to Host</a>.CONNECT WITH AMBER:<ul><li>Book, <a href="https://www.ambermayfield.com/yourturntohost" rel="noopener noreferrer">Your Turn to Host</a></li><li>Website: <a href="https://www.ambermayfield.com/about" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ambermayfield.com/about</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ambb_mayy/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/ambb_mayy/</a></li></ul> 🎙️ GET FEATURED ON THE PODCASTHave a friendship question, hot take, or personal story you want featured? Send a voice note via Instagram DMs <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/pod-instagram" rel="noopener noreferrer">@friendforward</a> or email a voice note or video to hello@betterfemalefriendships.com.***ATTEND OUR WOMEN'S MIXER***We're hosting "Good Chemistry", a data-driven social mixer, on November 7 at 5pm in Tampa, Florida. Grab your ticket <a href="https://delicate-lion-955.myflodesk.com/goodchemistry" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a><a href="https://delicate-lion-955.myflodesk.com/goodchemistry" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a>(seats are limited!)WORK WITH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Join Office Hours for bonus content and community → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/office-hours" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/office-hours</a></li><li>Join the Friendship Elevated Fall 2026 Waitlist → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/friendship-elevated-waitlist" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/friendship-elevated-waitlist</a></li><li>Check out more connection resources → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources</a></li><li>Become a certified relational health coach → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/relational-health-institute" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/relational-health-institute</a></li></ul> FOLLOW DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Get the book "Fighting for our Friendships" → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/book" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/book</a></li><li>Follow on Instagram → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagram" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagram</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/tiktok" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/tiktok</a></li><li>Learn more about Danielle → <a href="https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/website" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/website</a></li></ul> 🗣️ BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAKLooking for a speaker on women's cooperation, communication, and conflict? Send your inquiry to <a href="mailto:info@tellpublicrelations.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@tellpublicrelations.com</a>.

[Gathering Series] Why your gatherings feel like a chore (and how to fix it) with Amber Mayfield Hewett, author of "Your Turn to Host"

What is the "hosting gap" (hosting paradox)? In this episode, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson studies fresh data from the new "Hosting and Gathering Among American Women: Trends and Barriers" Survey from the Women's Relational Health Institute.There were multiple sections of the report, but today we'll focus on the section about hosting, including:<ul><li>the gap between what we prioritize when we host and what we want most as an attendee</li><li>the two barriers for American women who gather</li><li>two things we can do to increase our motivation to gather our friends</li></ul> DOWNLOAD THE FULL REPORT <a href="https://www.womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>.🎧 BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE.Members of Office Hours get supplementary material with every episode to deepen their friendships.Join anytime at: https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/📚 RESEARCH & REFERENCES:In this episode, Danielle mentioned research by Benjamin Meagher: <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1088868319845938" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"Ecologizing social psychology: The physical environment as a constituent of social processes"</a>📚 UPCOMING EVENTSThe "Good Chemistry" mixer is happening on November 7 in Tampa, Fl. Get more details here:<a href="https://delicate-lion-955.myflodesk.com/goodchemistry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Good Chemistry</a>🎙️ GET FEATURED ON THE PODCASTHave a friendship question, hot take, or personal story you want featured? Send a voice note via Instagram DMs @friendforward or email a voice note or video to hello@betterfemalefriendships.com.WORK WITH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Join Office Hours for bonus content and community → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehours</li><li>Check out more connection resources → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources</li></ul> FOLLOW DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Get the book "Fighting for our Friendships" → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/fighting-for-our-friendships</li><li>Follow on Instagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagram</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok →<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpert" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpert</a></li><li>Learn more about Danielle →<a href="https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/</a></li></ul> 🗣️ BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAKLooking for a speaker on women's cooperation, communication, and conflict? Send your inquiry to info@tellpublicrelations.com.

What is the "hosting gap" (hosting paradox)? In this episode, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson studies fresh data from the new "Hosting and Gathering Among American Women: Trends and Barriers" Survey from the Women's Relational Health Institute. There were multiple sections of the report, but today we'll focus on the section about hosting, including:the gap between what we prioritize when we host and what we want most as an attendeethe two barriers for American women who gathertwo things we can do to increase our motivation to gather our friends DOWNLOAD THE FULL REPORT HERE. 🎧 BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE. Members of Office Hours get supplementary material with every episode to deepen their friendships. Join anytime at: https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/ 📚 RESEARCH & REFERENCES: In this episode, Danielle mentioned research by Benjamin Meagher: "Ecologizing social psychology: The physical environment as a constituent of social processes" 📚 UPCOMING EVENTS The "Good Chemistry" mixer is happening on November 7 in Tampa, Fl. Get more details here: Good Chemistry 🎙️ GET FEATURED ON THE PODCAST Have a friendship question, hot take, or personal story you want featured? Send a voice note via Instagram DMs @friendforward or email a voice note or video to hello@betterfemalefriendships.com. WORK WITH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:Join Office Hours for bonus content and community → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehoursCheck out more connection resources → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources FOLLOW DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:Get the book "Fighting for our Friendships" → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/fighting-for-our-friendshipsFollow on Instagram → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagramFollow on TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpertLearn more about Danielle →https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/ 🗣️ BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAK Looking for a speaker on women's cooperation, communication, and conflict? Send your inquiry to info@tellpublicrelations.com.

What is the "hosting gap" (hosting paradox)? In this episode, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson studies fresh data from the new "Hosting and Gathering Among American Women: Trends and Barriers" Survey from the Women's Relational Health Institute.There were multiple sections of the report, but today we'll focus on the section about hosting, including:<ul><li>the gap between what we prioritize when we host and what we want most as an attendee</li><li>the two barriers for American women who gather</li><li>two things we can do to increase our motivation to gather our friends</li></ul> DOWNLOAD THE FULL REPORT <a href="https://www.womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">HERE</a>.🎧 BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE.Members of Office Hours get supplementary material with every episode to deepen their friendships.Join anytime at: https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/📚 RESEARCH &amp; REFERENCES:In this episode, Danielle mentioned research by Benjamin Meagher: <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1088868319845938" rel="noopener noreferrer">"Ecologizing social psychology: The physical environment as a constituent of social processes"</a>📚 UPCOMING EVENTSThe "Good Chemistry" mixer is happening on November 7 in Tampa, Fl. Get more details here:<a href="https://delicate-lion-955.myflodesk.com/goodchemistry" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Good Chemistry</a>🎙️ GET FEATURED ON THE PODCASTHave a friendship question, hot take, or personal story you want featured? Send a voice note via Instagram DMs @friendforward or email a voice note or video to hello@betterfemalefriendships.com.WORK WITH DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Join Office Hours for bonus content and community → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/officehours</li><li>Check out more connection resources → https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/resources</li></ul> FOLLOW DANIELLE BAYARD JACKSON:<ul><li>Get the book "Fighting for our Friendships" → https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/fighting-for-our-friendships</li><li>Follow on Instagram → <a href="https://www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://friend-forward.captivate.fm/instagram</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok →<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpert" rel="noopener noreferrer"> https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendshipexpert</a></li><li>Learn more about Danielle →<a href="https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/</a></li></ul> 🗣️ BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAKLooking for a speaker on women's cooperation, communication, and conflict? Send your inquiry to info@tellpublicrelations.com.

[Gathering series] The Hosting Gap: What Friends Actually Want (The Hosting Paradox)

You recently realized that a friend in your life is more like a "frenemy", but for some reason you can't seem to end the relationship. Why is it so difficult to separate yourself from someone who doesn't always have your best interest at heart?In this week's episode, host and resident friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares what the research has to say about these kinds of friend dynamics, along with ways that you can navigate these tense relationships.NOTE If you want access to the full episode (including the corresponding guide!), join us in "Office Hours (our Patreon community), including bonus episodes and resources. Join NOW at <a href="https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">betterfemalefriendships.com/podcast</a>Want to read more about "frenemies"? Read <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/frenemies-why-people-keep-them-around_l_689f98f3e4b0fd906c8663c2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this Huffpost article.</a>---------------------------------------------------SPEAKINGWant to book Danielle to speak at your event? Contact her management at samantha@tellpublicrelations.com.VIDEOSWant to watch Danielle's latest viral video about sorority friendships and connections? Click <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOUTCcTDpKN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.TRAININGInterested in doing what Danielle does for a living as a women's relational health coach? Learn more at <a href="https://www.womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com</a>PARTNERSHIPSWant to partner with Danielle for an upcoming campaign (Fall, Friendsgiving, Christmas, New Years)? Reach out to us at hello@betterfemalefriendships.comVISIBILITYIf you have a business or brand and want the same kind of visibility that Danielle Bayard Jackson has enjoyed (brand deals, book deals, media appearances, speaking engagements), join her visibility boot camp. Details here at <a href="https://www.tellpublicrelations.com/events" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tellpublicrelations.com</a>"WHO IS THIS WOMAN?"Learn about Danielle's book, research, partnerships, and media appearances hat <a href="https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">daniellebayardjackson.com.</a>

You recently realized that a friend in your life is more like a "frenemy", but for some reason you can't seem to end the relationship. Why is it so difficult to separate yourself from someone who doesn't always have your best interest at heart? In this week's episode, host and resident friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares what the research has to say about these kinds of friend dynamics, along with ways that you can navigate these tense relationships. NOTE If you want access to the full episode (including the corresponding guide!), join us in "Office Hours (our Patreon community), including bonus episodes and resources. Join NOW at betterfemalefriendships.com/podcast Want to read more about "frenemies"? Read this Huffpost article. --------------------------------------------------- SPEAKING Want to book Danielle to speak at your event? Contact her management at samantha@tellpublicrelations.com. VIDEOS Want to watch Danielle's latest viral video about sorority friendships and connections? Click here. TRAINING Interested in doing what Danielle does for a living as a women's relational health coach? Learn more at womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com PARTNERSHIPS Want to partner with Danielle for an upcoming campaign (Fall, Friendsgiving, Christmas, New Years)? Reach out to us at hello@betterfemalefriendships.com VISIBILITY If you have a business or brand and want the same kind of visibility that Danielle Bayard Jackson has enjoyed (brand deals, book deals, media appearances, speaking engagements), join her visibility boot camp. Details here at tellpublicrelations.com "WHO IS THIS WOMAN?" Learn about Danielle's book, research, partnerships, and media appearances hat daniellebayardjackson.com.

You recently realized that a friend in your life is more like a "frenemy", but for some reason you can't seem to end the relationship. Why is it so difficult to separate yourself from someone who doesn't always have your best interest at heart?In this week's episode, host and resident friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares what the research has to say about these kinds of friend dynamics, along with ways that you can navigate these tense relationships.NOTE If you want access to the full episode (including the corresponding guide!), join us in "Office Hours (our Patreon community), including bonus episodes and resources. Join NOW at <a href="https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">betterfemalefriendships.com/podcast</a>Want to read more about "frenemies"? Read <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/frenemies-why-people-keep-them-around_l_689f98f3e4b0fd906c8663c2" rel="noopener noreferrer">this Huffpost article.</a>---------------------------------------------------SPEAKINGWant to book Danielle to speak at your event? Contact her management at samantha@tellpublicrelations.com.VIDEOSWant to watch Danielle's latest viral video about sorority friendships and connections? Click <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOUTCcTDpKN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.TRAININGInterested in doing what Danielle does for a living as a women's relational health coach? Learn more at <a href="https://www.womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com</a>PARTNERSHIPSWant to partner with Danielle for an upcoming campaign (Fall, Friendsgiving, Christmas, New Years)? Reach out to us at hello@betterfemalefriendships.comVISIBILITYIf you have a business or brand and want the same kind of visibility that Danielle Bayard Jackson has enjoyed (brand deals, book deals, media appearances, speaking engagements), join her visibility boot camp. Details here at <a href="https://www.tellpublicrelations.com/events" rel="noopener noreferrer">tellpublicrelations.com</a>"WHO IS THIS WOMAN?"Learn about Danielle's book, research, partnerships, and media appearances hat <a href="https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">daniellebayardjackson.com.</a>

6 Psychological Reasons Why We Remain Friends with "Frenemies"

By far, the most common question I get as a friendship coach is  this: "How do I make friends as an adult?" In this episode, I outline 5 things to consider when you're trying to make new friends. While there are no tricks or short-cuts to creating new friendships, there are a few mindsets and strategies you can apply to begin to grow your circle and create familiarity (and intimacy!) with other women. Watch the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQ9XyKL1t4o&list=PL3pUc9kceJPtKU09ewRl7V4lI8SQUsCWE&index=2&t=0s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> YOUTUBE VIDEO</a> for this episode to see all the hand gestures and unnecessary facial expressions that went along with this mini-lecture. After you listen to the episode, join us in the Facebook Group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2370682019911565/about/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"GIVE IT A REST: Podcast After-Party"</a> to tell us what you think and to share your personal experiences... and to vote for the topic of the next episode! Learn more at <a href="https://www.giveitarestmovement.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.giveitarestmovement.com</a> or follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/giveitarestmovement" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@giveitarestmovement</a> See you over there! -Danielle Bayard Jackson __________________________- Thank you to our sponsor The Fresh Tax Maven, the "business bestie" every female entrepreneur needs to help her during tax season. Visit <a href="https://www.thefreshtaxmaven.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thefreshtaxmaven.com/</a> and use code GIVEITAREST to get a $100 restaurant gift card when you book an appointment!

By far, the most common question I get as a friendship coach is this: "How do I make friends as an adult?" In this episode, I outline 5 things to consider when you're trying to make new friends. While there are no tricks or short-cuts to creating new friendships, there are a few mindsets and strategies you can apply to begin to grow your circle and create familiarity (and intimacy!) with other women. Watch the YOUTUBE VIDEO for this episode to see all the hand gestures and unnecessary facial expressions that went along with this mini-lecture. After you listen to the episode, join us in the Facebook Group "GIVE IT A REST: Podcast After-Party" to tell us what you think and to share your personal experiences... and to vote for the topic of the next episode! Learn more at www.giveitarestmovement.com or follow us on Instagram @giveitarestmovement See you over there! -Danielle Bayard Jackson __________________________- Thank you to our sponsor The Fresh Tax Maven, the "business bestie" every female entrepreneur needs to help her during tax season. Visit https://www.thefreshtaxmaven.com/ and use code GIVEITAREST to get a $100 restaurant gift card when you book an appointment!

By far, the most common question I get as a friendship coach is &nbsp;this: "How do I make friends as an adult?"&nbsp;In this episode, I outline 5 things to consider when you're trying to make new friends. While there are no tricks or short-cuts to creating new friendships, there are a few mindsets and strategies you can apply to begin to grow your circle and create familiarity (and intimacy!) with other women. Watch the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQ9XyKL1t4o&amp;list=PL3pUc9kceJPtKU09ewRl7V4lI8SQUsCWE&amp;index=2&amp;t=0s" rel="noopener noreferrer"> YOUTUBE VIDEO</a> for this episode to see all the hand gestures and unnecessary facial expressions that went along with this mini-lecture. After you listen to the episode, join us in the Facebook Group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2370682019911565/about/" rel="noopener noreferrer">"GIVE IT A REST: Podcast After-Party"</a> to tell us what you think and to share your personal experiences... and to vote for the topic of the next episode! Learn more at <a href="https://www.giveitarestmovement.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.giveitarestmovement.com</a> or follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/giveitarestmovement" rel="noopener noreferrer">@giveitarestmovement</a> See you over there! -Danielle Bayard Jackson __________________________- Thank you to our sponsor The Fresh Tax Maven, the "business bestie" every female entrepreneur needs to help her during tax season. Visit <a href="https://www.thefreshtaxmaven.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.thefreshtaxmaven.com/</a> and use code GIVEITAREST to get a $100 restaurant gift card when you book an appointment!

How to Make Friends as an Adult [Youtube Recording]

This is a podcast for modern women looking to understand the complexities of female friendship. Hosted by Danielle Bayard Jackson --female friendship coach and educator-- Friend Forward provides research, strategies, and tough-love truth to answer your questions about how to navigate relationships with other women. Tune in every week for new insights about how to create and maintain better female friendships. (And in between episodes, follow along on TikTok at @thefriendshipexpert or IG @daniellebayardjackson)

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