S2E4 Do we value romantic love more than platonic love? A conversation with Dr. Christina Marie Douyon

In today's episode, we chat with Dr. Christina Marie Douyon about our expectations for platonic love in comparison to romantic love, and the ripple effects of how we prioritize each kind of relationship. During this conversation, we'll address: 1. how people define "friend" differently 2. the role our culture plays in how we value female friendships 3. whether or not the phrase "best friend" is problematic 4. why some women may NEED their friendships to be conflict-free  5. ways that you can determine if your friendships are "growth-fostering" relationships   To learn more about Dr. Douyon and her work, visit facerace.org or follow her on Instagram at @christina.marie.douyon.   And if you're ready to deepen your friendships TODAY, join our group coaching program by searching "Friend Forward" anywhere you download apps.

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This is a podcast for modern women looking to understand the complexities of female friendship. Hosted by Danielle Bayard Jackson --female friendship coach and educator-- Friend Forward provides research, strategies, and tough-love truth to answer your questions about how to navigate relationships with other women. Tune in every week for new insights about how to create and maintain better female friendships. (And in between episodes, follow along on TikTok at @thefriendshipexpert or IG @daniellebayardjackson)