The Importance of Girlfriends

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

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