In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host Danielle Bayard Jackson explores the concept of 'friend fatigue,' a growing concern among women in their thirties and forties who are overwhelmed by their lack of "friend-life integration". Danielle discusses the emotional and social labor involved in maintaining friendships, particularly in the context of modern life, which often prioritizes isolation and independence. Drawing on research and cultural comparisons, Danielle emphasizes the importance of integrating friendships into daily life and offers strategies for fostering social connections amidst busy schedules.-------------------------Follow us on Instagram: @friendforward*We reserve extended episodes, bonus clips, and virtual events (including book club!) for members of "Office Hours". Join any time at betterfemalefriendship.com/podcast.**Want to learn how to be a women's relational health coach like Danielle? Join a webinar to learn how you can be trained and equipped to help women navigate their most pressing friendship issues by visiting womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com