Why Grown-Ups Need Better BFFs (Episode 18 ft. Danielle Bayard Jackson)

Welcome back to 21 Minutes With… (this time with adult friendships, professional boundaries, and one expert showing why grown-ups need better BFFs).This week, Brittany and Shea sat down with Danielle Bayard Jackson, director of the Women’s Relational Health Institute, founder of TELL Public Relations, and author of Fighting for Our Friendships, to talk about why the relationships we build outside of work and family matter more than we think. From decoding “digital body language” to navigating the tricky waters of adult female friendships, Danielle shares the research, personal insights, and real-world strategies that can help anyone build connections that last.She opens up about how her journey from teacher to publicist to author and podcast host shaped her understanding of human connection, why quality friendships are essential for happiness and health, and how we can approach relationships with intention instead of assumption.💡 Inside this episode:- Why adult women need better BFFs- How to make friendships thrive in a digitally connected world- The “friendship dip” and navigating time pressures in your 30s and 40s- Understanding personal and professional boundaries- Translating research on women’s relationships into everyday life- Why communication styles matter more than we realize- Practical advice for balancing friendships, career, and lifeThis episode is for anyone who’s ever felt friendship falling through the cracks, wondered if they’re “doing it right,” or just wants to be a better friend. Insightful, heartfelt, and packed with practical strategies, Danielle’s conversation is a reminder that strong, intentional relationships are worth investing in, at any age.