The Life Council
10 Friends Every Woman Needs
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Publisher Description
Offering a path for a new way to think about friendships, The Life Council will inspire and equip you to be a better friend, make new friends, and appreciate how different types of friendships can bring a richness to your life like never before.
You'd love to have a "ride or die" posse like you see on social media, but instead you have a host of really good . . . acquaintances. After all, trying to find a soul friend in the midst of dirty dishes, deadlines, and, oh, a crazy busy life can be overwhelming. But what if developing great friendships was actually easier than we thought? And what if finding a "soul friend" wasn't necessarily our highest goal?
In The Life Council, Laura Tremaine--the writer and podcaster behind 10 Things to Tell You--tells us what we've been hoping was true all along: making, keeping, and even releasing friends doesn't need to be as hard as we make it. This fun and practical guide gives you what you need to:
Create your own "life council" with the friends you already haveUnderstand the ten kinds of friends every woman needs--and how to find themLearn how to evaluate your friendship circle for what's working and what might need to changeNavigate tough conversations with friendsGet excited again about the possibility of new friendships
The Life Council will give every woman the help she needs to think about friendships in a new way and find true connection, freedom, and joy in her relationships.
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10 Things to Tell You podcast host Tremaine (Share Your Stuff. I'll Go First) takes a perceptive look at female friendship in this bright offering. Popular culture tends to prize romantic relationships, but friendship is "a cornerstone of our health and happiness," argues Tremaine, who here maps out a "Life Council" framework that calls for a balanced, diverse mix of companions and confidantes. Just as effective advisory boards are comprised of members with different perspectives, each friend brings unique value to one's Life Council: the Daily Duty friend "doesn't pause in speaking as she tiptoes around the toys and laundry" littering the floor; the Battle Buddy can uniquely understand a shared struggle; and the Old Friend, who's witnessed bad haircuts and formative life moments, provides the comfort of knowing one's "past iterations." Also important is the "Yes Friend," who's most likely to accept plans, and the "Business Bestie," to provide support at work. The author wraps up with guidance for cultivating healthy friendships (drawing boundaries, sharing difficult emotions) and navigating pain points (drifting apart, money imbalances). Tremaine's exploration of adult friendship is nuanced yet practical, and she's honest about her own friend-related foibles, including failures to communicate and see others' perspectives. This will resonate with women who value their allies and acquaintances alike.
