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Platonic
This episode reveals why adult friendships are not just pleasant extras, but essential pillars of well-being that demand intentional effort and vulnerability, often overlooked in a world obsessed with romantic love.
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“This episode reveals why adult friendships are not just pleasant extras, but essential pillars of well-being that demand intentional effort and vulnerability, often overlooked in a world obsessed with romantic love.”
— Marisa G. Franco, Platonic
Adult Friendship, Social Connection, Emotional Well-being
If you've ever felt a quiet ache of loneliness, or found your friendships drifting, this will clarify why these bonds are essential for a resilient, fulfilling life, and this will help you see what to do next.
Marisa Franco, a psychologist and leading expert on friendship, draws on extensive research and personal insights to reveal why our platonic bonds are often undervalued and how to cultivate them intentionally.