113. How to Make New Friends, Overcome Loneliness, + Combat Social Anxiety with Friendship Expert Dr. Marisa Franco

Today's guest is Dr. Marisa Franco—a psychologist, author, professor, and friendship expert. In this episode, we discuss the untrue beliefs we hold about platonic relationships, how loneliness prevents us from engaging in relationships, first steps to take in building relationships (and why it will scientifically turn out better than you think it will), how to build your social infrastructure, why early interactions are awkward, working through your social anxiety, and Dr. Franco's thoughts on intro/extroverts, friend groups, and best friends. Dr. Franco's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisagfranco/Dr. Franco's Website: https://drmarisagfranco.com/MENTIONED+ Platonic by Dr. Franco+ Attached by Amir Levine+ All About Love by Bell Hooks+ @daniellebayardjackson+ @katvellos_author+ @miriamkirmayerSHOP GUEST RECOMMENDATIONS: https://amzn.to/3A69GOCEPISODE SPONSORS📦This week's episode is brought to you by Amazon Prime Student. Start your 6-month free trial (and 50% off after your trial ends) and get FREE subscriptions to LinkedIn Premium, GrubHub+, Calm, Course Hero, 10% off Student Universe, and more! #ad #myprimestudent🛋This week's episode is sponsored by Teen Counseling. Teen Counseling is an online therapy program with over 14,000 licensed therapists in their network offering support with depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, and more via text, talk, and video counseling. Head to teencounseling.com/shepersisted to find a therapist today!LET'S CONNECT+ Instagram (@shepersistedpodcast)+ Website (shepersistedpodcast.com)+ YouTube (Sadie Sutton: She Persisted Podcast)+ Twitter (@persistpodcast)+ Facebook (@shepersistedpodcast)+