Making New Friends as an Adult Woman? Yep, It's Weird (But WORTH It) - 1194

Chalene Johnson gets real about why female friendships feel harder in midlife—and why they're more important than ever for a woman's health and happiness. In this episode, she opens up about the science-backed benefits of meaningful connection, including lowered risk of depression, boosted mood, and even increased longevity. Chalene shares surprisingly simple strategies she recommends for finding your people even after moving to a new city - no matter your age or stage of life. Watch this Episode on YouTube this Sunday 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos ✅ What You Will Learn: Why friendship matters more to your health than workouts or clean eating How to change the story you're telling yourself about making friends The impact of hormones, life transitions, and COVID on your social life Where to meet women you truly vibe with (yes, even online counts!) Practical tips to reconnect, make new friends, and deepen your circle Why strong social ties cut depression risk by 60% 🎯Join Chalene on Patreon for 7 Days FREE for Ad Free The Chalene Show Episodes PLUS all of the other FUN content not suited for the regular show!! 👉 http://chalene.com/more 🎯Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan Plus Workouts to Fit Your Life Go to https://phaseitup.com 🤓Related Episodes: What You've Been Told About Menopause Is False | Dr Mary Claire Haver Watch: https://youtu.be/gv3Yo2j2o4E?si=VxAk7SWwWXb1SyTo Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000631199496 The Shocking TRUTH About Menopause—Top Doctors Finally Speak Out Watch: https://youtu.be/6FTZF_dnL0s?si=BodKZaWx-J84eAfC Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000687463601 TOP 13 Women's Health Experts on Hormones, Fat Loss, Aging & More Watch: https://youtu.be/dbrKi2O7q3I?si=StVsQQVKIbjlM6Kt Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000706951685 🤓 Research: U.S. Surgeon General Advisory on Loneliness and Isolation (2023) https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/surgeon-general-social-connection-advisory.pdf Family Ties and Older Adult Well-Being: Incorporating Social Networks https://academic.oup.com/psychsocgerontology/article/78/12/2080/7280264#google_vignette Social Rejection and Physical Pain – Neuroscience Study (2018) https://academic.oup.com/scan/article/13/5/501/4995994 Harvard Study of Adult Development (1938–Present) https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2017/04/over-nearly-80-years-harvard-study-has-been-showing-how-to-live-a-healthy-and-happy-life/ TED Talk by Dr. Robert Waldinger (Director of the Study) https://www.ted.com/talks/robert_waldinger_what_makes_a_good_life_lessons_from_the_longest_study_on_happiness 🎯Try Sleep Breakthrough: visit https://chalene.com/sleep to get your special discount and free gifts with link when you use code CHALENE at checkout 🎯Thank you to our Sponsor!!! Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products! 🎯Try now risk-free for 60 nights, at https://blissy.com/CHALENE and get an additional 30% off. And use code CHALENE to get an additional 30% off! Your skin and hair will thank you! We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson