# You don't need MORE friends this year-- you need THIS instead. // The 5 components of social connection with friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson

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Podcast: [Friend Forward](https://stenobird.com/podcast/friend-forward-1023895)
Published: 2026-01-03T21:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com
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## Resource

Okay, well maybe you DO need new friends, but for many of us, that's not the primary reason we're feeling disconnected. There are four other components-- some quantifiable, others that are more subjective-- and simply knowing about each component can help you to position yourself to get more of the social and relational satisfaction that you're looking for. ----------------------------------------------------------------- THANK YOU! Thank you to Mel Robbins for naming Danielle Bayard Jackson as one of your "Top 9 Experts of 2025"! We appreciate you. If you'd like to book Danielle to speak at your event or hire her to for consulting or curriculum design, please contact us at hello@betterfemalefriendships.com. OFFICE HOURS The conversation doesn't end when the podcast is over. Become a member of our "Office Hours" community and get access to bonus episodes, resources, and virtual events. Sign-up any time at betterfemalefriendships.com/podcast. 2026 GROUP COACHING We're launching the sixth cohort of Friendship Elevated in February 2026. Those on the waitlist will gain access to "early bird" pricing. Join the waitlist at betterfemalefriendships.com/friendship-elevated Only want a single, one-off session? Book yours now (for a limited time!) at betterfemalefriendships.com/coaching

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