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EPISODE · Jul 26, 2024 · 22 MIN

Does being a "good friend" to some mean being a "bad friend" to others?

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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. She encourages listeners to take inventory of their friendships and consider concentrating their efforts on their top three to five friends.Keywordsfriendships, good friend, bad friend, overwhelm, prioritize, time management, reciprocal friendshipsTakeawaysBeing a good friend is relative and different people have different expectations of what it means to be a good friend.Time is a limited resource, and investing in certain friendships means other friendships may receive less attention.Only 50% of friendships are reciprocal, meaning that not all friends rank each other the same way.When choosing which friendships to prioritize, some people may be displeased or have expectations that you're not meeting.Chapters00:00Introduction: The Complexity of Women's Friendships02:25Chapter 1: Being a Good Friend is Relative05:02Chapter 2: The Hidden Costs of Leaning into Certain Friendships07:41Chapter 3: Understanding the Reciprocity of Friendships13:26Chapter 4: Dealing with Displeased Friends: The Consequence of Prioritizing16:15Conclusion: Taking Inventory of Your Friendships-----------Buy Danielle's book "Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships"Book a private coaching sessionTake a friendship inventoryJoin the (final?!) cohort of our group coaching program, Friendship Elevated**BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT: email info(at)tellpublicrelations(dot)com

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