The Forces of Friendship

In this episode of The Mental Mile, Kjersti and Kristi share about their summer visits to Utah, and happenings with their kids.  Then dive into the article put out by The Atlantic called "The Six Forces That Fuel Friendship" by Julie Beck. While discussing the six forces Kjersti and Kristi share some personal stories about the changing nature of their friendships throughout the motherhood experience. Listen in to learn more about how to be intentional in your friendships, how to make new friendships, and ideas for making your friendships richer and more nourishing. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

• The Six Forces That Fuel Friendship by Julie Beck: https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2022/06/six-ways-make-maintain-friends/661232/
• Swig Drinks: https://swigdrinks.com
• the Glennon Doyle Podcast (the one with Reese Witherspoon): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reese-witherspoon-on-friendship-what-like-its-hard/id1564530722?i=1000570420339
• the Peanut App: https://www.peanut-app.io Connect with women who are at a similar stage in life.

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