Britannica tells us.... "Friendship is generally characterized by five defining features:
- 1. It is a dyadic relationship, meaning that it involves a series of interactions between two individuals known to each other.
- 2. It is recognized by both members of the relationship and is characterized by a bond or tie of reciprocated affection.
- 3. It is not obligatory; two individuals choose to form a friendship with each other. In Western societies, friendships are one of the least prescribed close relationships, with no formal duties or legal obligations to one another.
- 4. It is typically egalitarian in nature. Unlike parent-child relationships, for instance, each individual in a friendship has about the same amount of power or authority in the relationship.
- 5. It is almost always characterized by companionship and shared activities. In fact, one of the primary goals and motivations of friendship is companionship. In addition, adolescent and adult friendships often perform other functions, such as serving as sources of emotional support and providing opportunities for self-disclosure and intimacy."
Let me tell you.... I choose these women. Thank you Ciara and Mallory for your love and support. I am SO proud of us and all our growth. Individually and together.
Mom and dad don't listen.... If you do just know I was in good hands the whole ride!
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MY FAVORITE PODCASTS THIS YEAR
(None are affiliates or sponsors)
- The Michelle Obama Podcast
- Nice White Parents - Serial
- American Coyote - Imperative
- Secular Buddhism - With Noah Rasheta
- The Moth - PRX
- Crime Junkie - Audiochuck
- The NPR Politics Podcast - NPR
- This American Life
WHAT GOT ME THROUGH THIS YEAR
(None are affiliates or sponsors)
- Novel by Matt Haig. The Midnight Library
- Podcast Secular Buddhism. By Noah Rasheta - https://open.spotify.com/show/3lbH5Ulpvc9hyLmyoj1UUF
- Yoga with Adriene - https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
- Quick meditation for stress - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU
- Sleep affirmations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eU3nHz_e34
- Book by Rhonda Byrne. The Secret.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255
GUESTS THIS SEASON
You can connect with Alex Groves on:
Spotify(Podcast): It’s Common https://open.spotify.com/show/31xRx9Dk4xKeetFnbaZCk1
Anchor: It’s Common
Instagram:@the_optimisticbee
You can connect with Ciara Pilkinton on:
Youtube: Wandering Woman https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBufoatrI-3gb6adBEPNo_g
Instagram: @_wanderingwoman_
You can connect with Mallory Bates on:
Instagram: @mallorybates
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Recorded 11/19/21
Released 1/24/22
Information
- Show
- FrequencyUpdated weekly
- Published24 January 2022 at 11:00 UTC
- Length1h 28m
- Season1
- Episode6
- RatingExplicit