High-Maintenance vs. Low-Maintenance Friends, Supporting Women in Your Circle and the Benefits of Being a Girl’s Girl with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford of Therapy for Black Girls

#230: We’ve heard the term “girl’s girl” before and understand what in means in theory to support other women. But what does it actually look like putting it to practice? Today I have the pleasure of sitting down Dr. Joy Harden Bradford. Dr. Joy is a licensed psychologist and the host of the award-winning podcast Therapy for Black Girls. We have an in-depth conversation on sisterhood, why community is vital for our well-being, and how to create meaningful connections with other women in our lives. We Also Talk About… What inspired Dr. Joy to become a licensed psychologist and create Therapy for Black Girls Why female friendships are beneficial to our health The differences between friendship, community, and sisterhood and why they aren’t interchangeable High-maintenance vs. Maintenance friends and the role of reciprocity How attachment styles shows up in friendships The benefits of intergenerational friendships Normalizing therapy and exploring different types of therapeutic modalities Resources: Follow Dr. Joy on Instagram @hellodrjoy Listen to the Therapy for Black Girls podcast Listen to the “What Does It Mean to Be A Girl’s Girl?” episode on Therapy for Black Girls Need someone to talk to? Check out the Therapy for Black Girls Directory to find a therapist near you Join the Therapy for Black Girls Sister Circle Read Dr. Joy’s book “Sisterhood Heals: The Transformative Power of Healing in Community” Read “Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make--and Keep--Friends” by Dr. Marisa G. Franco Keep in touch with Balanced Black Girl: Watch on YouTube @BalancedBlackGirl Follow on IG: @balancedles @balancedblackgirlpodcast Follow on TikTok @balancedles Visit our website at balancedblackgirl.com Subscribe to our newsletter, Mirror Notes Sponsors: Nike | Find your feel with Nike Bras & Legging that deliver supportive flexibility and comfort for whatever your day brings. Shop now at Nike.com Maidenform | Visit www.maidenform.com and use code BBG20 at checkout for 20% off your first purchase. Alo Moves | Unlock your personal wellness routine with Alo Moves. Visit alomoves.com and use code BALANCED30 for an exclusive 30-day free trial and enjoy 20% off an annual membership. Delta | Delta Air Lines helps you feel at home, even if you’re 30,000 feet above it. Learn more at delta.com. Nurx | Nurx provides reliable reproductive and sexual health that’s accessible right from home – no judgement or stigma attached. Go to nurx.com/balancedles to get started. Results may vary. Not offered in every state. Medications prescribed only if clinically appropriate, consultation required. Vionic Shoes | The Vionic Vitals collection has the best essential styles for everyday wear to get you ready for the season. Use code BALANCEDLES at checkout for 15% off your entire order at vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. One-time use only. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.