From “The New York Times’ friendship correspondent,” a step-by-step guide to understanding the fundamental mechanics of friendship.
Modern friendships are painfully ambiguous. But they don’t have to be. Journalist Anna Goldfarb has your back. With MODERN FRIENDSHIP, Goldfarb shares a manual for navigating the historically new forces that are pushing our friendships to the brink and provides actionable advice for forming authentic, enduring connections today.
We are in a new social era. Understanding the mechanics of friendships will liberate you from the prison of self-doubt. Anna argues that expectations for our adult friendships need to be updated to reflect the hyper-fluid society we live in.
It’s never been easier to shed friendships which is precisely why we need a new approach to keeping them strong. The key to forming a lasting bond is what Anna calls “Wholehearted friendship”—proven strategies to enhance enthusiastic connection.
Blending keen insights, cutting-edge social research, and intuitive practical tools, she invites you to explore:
Why modern friendships are so ambiguous—and how to get clarity
How desire influences friend selection, why friendships fail, and how to hone your friendship intuition
Mattering to others—establishing boundaries, being flexible, having fun, and setting up your friendships for long-term success
Tools for the tough times—exercises, prompts, scripts and advice on keeping friendships active even when life gets hectic
Practicing Wholehearted friendship—how to be caring, curious, appreciative, and supportive to a friend in any situation
Your friendships are precious. They’re vital. They matter. So let’s understand, cultivate, and harness their incredible power,” says Anna. With Modern Friendship, you’ll discover how be a more self-assured and empowered friend to the most meaningful people in your life. Let Anna show you how.
If you have a podcast or need an interview for an article about how to keep a friend, reach out to Anna’s publicist Chloé Snyder.