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As a NYT best-selling author, Dr. Franco brings accessible, useful, and insightful written works in her book and blog. Read on for guidance on how to make and maintain friendships.

You just moved to a new city. All your friends are getting married or having kids. You retired. You got

October 28, 2022 No Comments

Grief

You are sad about the end of a friendship. You tell someone. They wonder why you’re so upset. It’s just

July 2, 2022 No Comments

Platonic Love

Singlehood, for many, may not feel like a centered space, particularly on Valentine’s Day. That’s because our culture sees singlehood

February 14, 2022 No Comments

Platonic Love

Friendship makes us who we are. Its impact on our lives is profound and it can enhance so many aspects

February 8, 2022 No Comments

Work Friends

Working from home has its advantages, but a sense of community is not one of them. Still, we should try

October 27, 2021 No Comments

Loneliness

With pandemic restrictions lifting, many of us have plummeted into socializing. This was everything I missed when we were locked

October 20, 2021 No Comments