The Viral 'Friendship Shed' Theory
Mamamia Out Loud4 Joulu 2025

The Viral 'Friendship Shed' Theory

Should you 'shed' friends every seven years? We hear out the expert who says yes. She also knows why you feel like you have no mates, and has some advice for how to attract some new ones. And no, Jessie, Em and Holly don't all like it.

Also, the new micro-compatibility test for prospective partners. Lead question: How long before a flight do you like to get to the airport?

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Recommendations

Em recommends the Skoop Anti Chafe Balm that she swears by.

Jessie recommends The Names by Florence Knapp.

Holly recommends A Very Outloud Gift Guide, the ultimate one-stop shop on the Holly Out Loud Substack. This gift guide releases Saturday morning.

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