The Importance of Girlfriends

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In this episode, Joy and Susan discuss the importance of friendships for women (and really, everyone) and how science has proven that having friends in our lives makes us healthier and happier! The key topics include: Importance of girlfriends to our overall health and quality of life Scientific studies that prove the benefits of having social connections Quality vs quantity of friendships Negative impact of loneliness “Marble Jar Friends” (Brené Brown) Resources Mentioned in this Episode Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/more-and-more-research-shows-friends-are-good-for-your-health Healthline Article: https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/benefits-of-a-girlsquad-and-female-friendships Everyday Health Article: https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/social-support.aspx Marble Jar Friends – Brené Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6442YcvEUH8 If you’d like to enjoy more podcast episodes, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts and YouTube. And you can find us social media: @girlishgurus - Instagram @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook @joyalfordbrand - Instagram Girlish Gurus - YouTube

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