Episode

285: Tend and Befriend

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Positive On Purpose
Published
Mar 11, 2026
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812
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Summary

In this episode, we dive into the science of sisterhood and why intentional connection is a biological necessity. Learn how to trade cortisol for community by leaning into the tend-and-befriend response. Resources: Tend-and-befriend Theory by Shelley Taylor at UCLA We are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022