In this episode, Dr. Sheva is joined by Danielle Bayard Jackson, a female friendship coach and educator, to explore the intricate dynamics of female friendships—why they often feel deeply intimate, yet can also be incredibly fragile. If you’ve ever wondered why women’s friendships can run emotionally deeper than male platonic relationships, or why conflict can shake even your closest bonds, this episode is for you.
Danielle offers key insights into:
The unique dynamics of female friendships, including emotional intimacy and vulnerability
Common mindset blocks that stop adult women from forming or maintaining friendships (and yes, you can make friends as an adult! 😉)
Tips for making new connections—both online and in person
How jealousy can impact friendships and ways to manage it effectively
Practical strategies for handling conflict with resilience and grace (rather than avoiding it and risking losing the connection)
How to prioritize meaningful friendships, while juggling a busy professional lifeDr. Sheva and Danielle share their unique perspectives and offer actionable advice for building friendships that are not only lasting, but also deeply fulfilling and authentic. Whether you're looking to find your people or strengthen the bonds you already have, this episode is packed with tools to help make your friendships more resilient, meaningful, and sustainable.
If you’ve ever struggled to maintain close connections or felt like your friendships aren’t as strong as they could be, don’t miss this episode. You’ll walk away with practical, real-life tips to build stronger, more supportive relationships in your life- and you deserve that!
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Danielle Bayard Jackson is a female friendship coach and educator who speaks nationally about the science of women’s platonic connections. She is also the author of Fighting for Our Friendships (May 2024).
Danielle’s coaching business, Friend Forward, is dedicated to teaching women how to create and maintain better female friendships, and her expertise has been featured in The New York Times, NBC News, Psychology Today, Wall Street Journal, Oprah Magazine, Good Morning America, and a host of other media outlets.
A former high school teacher, Danielle now uses her teaching skills and leverages her background to study what the latest research has to say about women’s cooperation, communication, and conflict.
IG: @daniellebayardjackson
TikTok: @thefriendshipexpert
Website: www.betterfemalefriendships.com
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Book: Fighting for Our Friendships