“Friendships are the antidote to loneliness. Kimberly Horn’s book, Friends Matter, for Life is an inspiring book that highlights the healing power of having friends. Her 8 tenets of friendship are thought-provoking and a guiding light on how we can nurture our friendships and grow our inner strength and well-being.”

—Catherine Duncan, MA, BCC, author of Everyday Awakening

“Dr. Horn’s compelling arguments over friendship shed light on the cornerstones of a meaningful life. Vital attributes of friendship like empathy illustrate basic human needs well into adulthood. The 8 tenets are a fascinating read and ensure deep meaning for those looking to find understanding and comfort in their connections. Thank you to Dr. Horn for her strong, refreshing, and vital literary contribution.”

—Najma Khorrami, MPH, author of A Spoonful of Gratitude

“Friendships are the cornerstone of life. In her new book, Dr. Kimberly Horn guides us through the dynamic process of evolving relationships and reminds us that being a friend to ourselves is the most important relationship of all.”

—Dana Killion, author of Where the Shadows Dance

“Kimberly Horn’s book couldn’t come at a better time. We’re facing what many are calling a global epidemic of loneliness and isolation. She reminds us that there are different types of friendships, all of which are important for us to nurture and not take for granted. She gives us leave to mourn but also release ourselves from those relationships that have become toxic. And she couches her suggestions within an actionable framework, coupled with forward-looking positive scenarios and introspective, reflective exercises.”

—Eileen Drage O’Reilly, former president, National Press Club (2023); science writer; Managing Editor of Standards & Training, Axios

“One of the most crucial skills you need as an adult is to know how to make new friends; yet nobody teaches you that. Until now. Dr. Kimberly Horn has the science-backed strategies you need for making real, lasting adult friendships.”

—Mel Robbins, New York Times bestselling author and host of The Mel Robbins Podcast

“In Friends Matter, for Life, Kimberly Horn masterfully addresses how crucial friendships are to health, offering a heartfelt, actionable guide to combating loneliness and nurturing the connections vital to our well-being.”

—Leana Wen, MD, newspaper columnist, television commentator, and author of Lifelines: A Doctor’s Journey in the Fight for Public Health

“As much a call to action as a meditation on the importance of the people we choose to spend our lives with, Friends Matter, for Life is the antidote to modern feelings of loneliness and distance. Dr. Horn prompts us to think critically and emotionally about ourselves and the relationships we build with others, and in a sincere, authentic way.”

—Charlene Wheeless, author of You Are Enough! Reclaiming Your Career and Your Life with Purpose, Passion, and Unapologetic Authenticity