Building meaningful friendships takes intention and support. Here are resources we’ve found helpful on our own journey:
Books
On Friendship
- “My Brilliant Friend” by Elena Ferrante — Classic novel about lifelong female friendship
- “Conversations with Friends” by Sally Rooney — Modern story of complicated female bonds
- “The Summer Place” by Jennifer Weiner — Novel about women’s friendships across generations
On Community Building
- “Belonging” by Toko-pa Turner — On finding your people and creating home
- “The Art of Gathering” by Priya Parker — How to create meaningful connection in any setting
- “Together” by Vivek Murthy — The importance of connection for health and wellbeing
Podcasts
- The Connection Cure — Exploring the science and art of human connection
- Friendship IRL — Real talk about friendship, community, and belonging
- The Science of Friendship — Research-backed insights on making and keeping friends
Online Communities
- Girlfriendz Connect — Our own community for women seeking genuine connection
- Meetup — Search for women’s groups in your local area
- Facebook Groups — Many women find community through interest-based groups
Organizations
- Ellevate — Professional women’s network with local chapters worldwide
- Women in Technology (WIT) — Empowering women in tech careers
- Wander Women Project — Community for women who love travel and adventure
Your Own Toolkit
Remember: these resources are starting points, not requirements. Experiment with what resonates with you and adapt to your own needs.
The most important resource? Your own willingness to show up, be vulnerable, and invest in connection. Everything else is just support for that fundamental commitment.
Want recommendations specific to your situation? Reach out through our contact page — we’d love to help you find your community.