EP 41: Navigating Modern Friendships (Ft. Danielle Bayard Jackson)

How do friendships shape our lives, and why are they often overlooked in discussions about personal growth? Join me, Megan Ashley, as we sit down with Danielle Bayard Jackson, a leading friendship expert and educator, who shares her inspiring journey from high school English teacher to public relations professional, all while uncovering the unique friendship challenges faced by high-achieving women. Prepare to be enlightened on the critical role friendships play in both personal and professional spheres, as Danielle sheds light on the often under appreciated value of platonic relationships. Explore the evolving dynamics of friendships in today's fast-paced world, where time spent with friends has noticeably declined. Danielle and I discuss the significant health and happiness benefits of maintaining strong social circles, challenging the societal emphasis on romantic relationships. We also navigate the complexities of interracial female friendships, underlining the importance of understanding and mutual responsibility to foster meaningful connections across racial lines. Friendship breakups are on the rise, and this episode delves into the cultural shifts and digital influences contributing to this trend. With Danielle's expertise, we offer practical tools for evaluating the health of your friendships and strategies for navigating difficult conversations with honesty and vulnerability. Tune in to gain valuable insights and learn how to create more fulfilling connections. Other topics you will hear: -Friendship -High-Achieving Women  -Modern Friendships  -Toxic Friendships -Difficult Conversations -Vulnerability -Communication, -Low-Maintenance Friendships -Intimacy  -Commitment -Platonic Bonds -Biblical Perspective -Fear -Desires -Reconciliation Check out Danielle’s book Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships: (https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/fighting-for-our-friendships) Acts 242: Discipleship Conference, Oct 25-26, Atlanta, GA. Registration is open now:  (http://www.acts242conference.com) “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” Acts 2:42 Connect with us:    @immeganashley Website: https://www.themeganashley.com Call me at 265-792-8819 My Amazon Storefront:https://www.amazon.com/shop/immeganashley   Youtube: In Totality    In Totality with Megan Ashley Is edited and produced by Idea to Launch Podcasts Sign up for our PATREON for EXCLUSIVE access and additional:https://www.patreon.com/meganashley See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.