# Dr Emily - Friendship 4 Eva

An episode of [The Imperfects](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1476501557), 27 Aug 2023, 1 h 20 min.

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Monica. Chandler. Rachel. Ross. Phoebe. Joey. We all love Friends. But what about friendSHIPS? Why are our friendships so important to us? In this episode, Dr Emily explains everything - our different types of friends, why they matter SO much, and what it is about someone that makes us like them? (Spoiler alert: it’s got nothing to do with how impressive they are) To listen to Will McMahon's Imperfects episode, follow this link: https://bit.ly/3E9qfxF To listen to 360's Imperfects episode, follow this link: https://bit.ly/45p6qy7 To learn more and read some of Robin Dunbar's research, follow these links: https://bit.ly/45KyDiy & https://bit.ly/45KKjls To learn more about William Rawlin's work around expectations in friendships, follow this link: https://bit.ly/3OOaZLj To learn more about The Beautiful Mess Effect, follow this link: https://bit.ly/3qNcSA2 For book recommendation, 'Platonic, The Surprising New Science of Making and Keeping Friends As an Adult', by Marisa Franco, follow this link: https://bit.ly/45GZU5v The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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