Friendfluence: The Surprising Ways Friends Make Us Who We Are

By Carlin Flora

Categories: Parenting & Relationships, Politics & Social Sciences

Journalist Carlin Flora explores how friends shape our personalities, habits, health and happiness. Drawing on psychology, sociology and biology, she looks at how friendships form, why they matter at every stage of life, and how they compare with family and romantic ties. Flora also examines the dark side of friendship, such as envy and betrayal, and the effects of social media on our connections.

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• Shane Parrish: “This book explores the impact our friends have on our personalities, habits, and health. Looks like mom was right after all, friends play a large role in improving our odds of success in life. A quick and easy read. (more)”