Danielle Bayard Jackson, a female friendship coach, educator, and owner ofFriend Forward.

These phrases can be dismissive and make friends seem easily replaceable, Danielle said.

Give yourself permission to be upset.

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Focus on your emotional health.

Check in on your relationship with social media.

Adopt a new hobby.

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Connect with other friends.

Extract a lesson from the friendship.

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