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The 3 Friend Types and How They Can Help Your Relationships
Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23

The 3 Friend Types and How They Can Help Your Relationships

Dr. Miriam Kirmayer says there are indeed different types of friends. Furthermore, these archetypes hold the power to teach us about who we are and what we seek in others.

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Forget Resolutions: How to Know When to Quit
Mental Health Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Mental Health Kelly Etz 12/1/23

Forget Resolutions: How to Know When to Quit

The majority of friendships don’t necessarily end because of conflict, according to Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, an expert on adult friendships. More often, it’s a result of gradual distancing.

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Should You Set Friendship Boundaries?
Friendship, Mental Health, Support Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship, Mental Health, Support Kelly Etz 12/1/23

Should You Set Friendship Boundaries?

“It’s easy to assume that setting boundaries will come at the expense of our relationships, when often it is the very thing that allows us to continue to show up as a present, supportive friend,” Dr. Miriam Kirmayer says.

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Reimagining Self-Care
Mental Health Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Mental Health Kelly Etz 12/1/23

Reimagining Self-Care

One of the essential elements surrounding this question is what self-care is at its core and what purpose it serves. According to Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, it’s ultimately about self-reflection.

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Vacations: That’s What (Making) Friends Are For
Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23

Vacations: That’s What (Making) Friends Are For

The demands of everyday life are among the reasons that it’s hard to make new friends. But experts like Dr. Miriam Kirmayer say that traveling can stoke new connections.

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How to Say No During Wedding Season
Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23

How to Say No During Wedding Season

You are allowed to say no, even to the wedding itself. Experts like Dr. Miriam Kirmayer provide tips to help you approach the situation with consideration, grace, and a plan.

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Making Friends As An Adult Is Hard. Would You Pay For Help?
Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 12/1/23

Making Friends As An Adult Is Hard. Would You Pay For Help?

Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, a therapist and friendship expert in Montreal, says some of her clients in their 20s have had luck on friend apps.

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Are Friends At Work More Important Than Benefits?
Friendship, Workplace Connection Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship, Workplace Connection Kelly Etz 12/1/23

Are Friends At Work More Important Than Benefits?

Relationships with colleagues have always played a role in workplace satisfaction, but experts like Dr. Miriam Kirmayer say it’s possible these office relationships are more critical today than they once were.

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Canadian Girls Have More Friends Online Than In Real Life
Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 12/1/23

Canadian Girls Have More Friends Online Than In Real Life

Dr. Miriam Kirmayer can attest to the power of real-life friendships in making someone feel socially connected. Real-life friendships allow people to “feel seen and appreciated and chosen for who you actually are,” she says.

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‘Instagram Therapy’ Is On The Rise, But Is It Harmful?
Mental Health Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Mental Health Kelly Etz 12/1/23

‘Instagram Therapy’ Is On The Rise, But Is It Harmful?

Online peer-to-peer support groups can be an amazing place to find community. “The benefits of this are, obviously, hearing that other people are going through a similar struggle,” says Dr. Miriam Kirmayer.

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Why You Should Prioritize Having Friends Younger Than You
Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23

Why You Should Prioritize Having Friends Younger Than You

"Befriending somebody who’s younger and helping them walk through a life stage or experience that you have already gone through can foster closeness and that can feel really good," says Dr. Miriam Kirmayer.

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At What Age Do You Meet Your Best Friend?
Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23

At What Age Do You Meet Your Best Friend?

Researchers and experts like Dr. Miriam Kirmayer are saying the 20s, typically a time of important first experiences, are prime years for meeting your closest lifelong confidantes.

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How To Spot A Frenemy, and What To Do Next
Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23 Friendship Kelly Etz 12/1/23

How To Spot A Frenemy, and What To Do Next

At the end of the day, if you often feel uncomfortable and unsupported around them, that’s a big sign that you’ve got yourself a frenemy. Still, there's a lot that you can do to shift the dynamic, says Dr. Miriam Kirmayer.

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Why Does It Feel So Good To Cancel Plans?
Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 11/30/23 Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 11/30/23

Why Does It Feel So Good To Cancel Plans?

“Sometimes a cancellation comes from a place of burnout,” says Dr. Miriam Kirmayer. “Maintaining our friendships and investing in our relationships does require a significant amount of energy.”

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You’re Not Wrong: Friendship Breakups Suck
Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 11/30/23 Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 11/30/23

You’re Not Wrong: Friendship Breakups Suck

Most of us haven’t been taught that breaking up with a friend is worthy of sympathy, it leaves a lot of ambiguity around how we should feel when one is ending, says Dr. Miriam Kirmayer.

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Is Being Rich a Requirement for Maintaining Friendships?
Friendship Kelly Etz 11/30/23 Friendship Kelly Etz 11/30/23

Is Being Rich a Requirement for Maintaining Friendships?

"Many people want to feel that their friendships are close and exciting. Excessive spending is often used to fill a void that has to do with feeling disconnected or lonely," says Dr. Miriam Kirmayer.

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How to Make Mom Friends
Friendship Kelly Etz 11/30/23 Friendship Kelly Etz 11/30/23

How to Make Mom Friends

Because the whole "making friend with moms" thing doesn't feel intuitive, Dr. Miriam Kirmayer weighs in with some helpful tips.

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Here's How Many 'Best Friends' The Average Person Has
Friendship Kelly Etz 11/30/23 Friendship Kelly Etz 11/30/23

Here's How Many 'Best Friends' The Average Person Has

"We tend to think of women's friendships as being much more intimate than men's, and there are certainly some meaningful differences," Dr. Miriam Kirmayer told Snapchat.

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Why Having A Work BFF Can Help Your Career
Friendship, Workplace Connection Kelly Etz 11/30/23 Friendship, Workplace Connection Kelly Etz 11/30/23

Why Having A Work BFF Can Help Your Career

“Women — especially women of colour — who feel more socially connected with one another tend to feel more comfortable asserting themselves,” says Dr. Miriam Kirmayer.

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Why You Need Casual Friendships
Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 11/30/23 Friendship, Loneliness Kelly Etz 11/30/23

Why You Need Casual Friendships

Not every friend needs to be your BFF. Dr. Miriam Kirmayer helps explain why weaker ties can help offer strong rewards.

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