By now, we’ve all heard how important friendships and connection are for our well-being, but sometimes we’re unsure where to find those connections. This week, host Paula Felps sits down with Dr. Lori Whatley, a clinical psychologist and author who specializes in the effects of digital usage on our relationships. Her new book, Happier Together: How to Find Your People and Make Friends That Last, walks us through how we can create new connections, deepen existing ones, and discover what we need from our friends. She’ll even tell us the exact number of close friends that we need for our well-being!
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How to intentionally seek out friends.
- How to identify what you need in a friend.
- Tips for deepening your current friendships.
Visit Dr. Lori’s website.
Discover Dr. Lori’s book, Happier Together: How to Find Your People & Make Friends That Last.
Follow along with the transcript.
Follow Dr. Lori on Social Media:
- Facebook: @drloriwhatley
- Instagram: @drloriwhatley
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