Tuesday, March 3, 2026
March is a month of transition, renewal, growth, and friendships.
Winter loosens its grip — even if it refuses to leave quietly — and the first whispers of spring begin to stir. The days stretch longer. The light feels different. Something within us shifts.
I love that March is National Women’s History Month. https://michelerase.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=817&action=edit
It’s a month where we celebrate the remarkable contributions of women — leaders, pioneers, visionaries — women who shaped history and society.
As we roll into International Women’s Week (March1-7) and on March 8th — International Women’s Day — we celebrate gender equality, leadership, and empowerment.
And then… March 9th…
It’s my birthday. 😊
This year, instead of just celebrating me, I want to celebrate US.
The remarkable friendships I have with women.
While we often prioritize romantic relationships —and we need to because they matter —
However, research shows that strong friendships are critical to our mental and physical well-being.
A 2006 study on social ties and health found that strong relationships improve mental health, can lower BMI, and even promote longevity! https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2006.093633
That’s powerful.
So why are friendships so important?
Because here’s what I know… as an AGE-GILITY Vibrancy Specialist:
I often speak…. about aligning mind, body, and spirit.
But none of that thrives in isolation. We are wired for connection.
Therefore, friendship is not a luxury. It is vital. Friendship is not optional.
It is essential.
Here’s why:
💛 Friends…are good for our health.
They reduce loneliness. They help us feel supported. They literally buffer stress.
💛 Friends…offer encouragement and support.
They are the ones who answer the late-night text.
They show up at the events.
They cheer at your book launch.
They listen when you’re doubting yourself.
💛 Friends…teach us life skills.
Through friendship, we learn loyalty,…communication, …respect, …boundaries, and …..forgiveness.
💛 Friends…make us better.
When you surround yourself with growth-minded women, you stretch.
You think bigger.
You step into leadership.
You follow through on your goals.
💛 Friends…keep us accountable.
They say, “Did you do the thing?”
They remind you who you are when you forget.
And perhaps most importantly…
💛 Friends…make life more joyful.
Playwright Tennessee Williams said:
“Life is partly what we make it, and partly what is made by the friends we choose.”
Isn’t that beautiful?
As we enter this season of renewal, consider the women who have walked beside you.
Who has encouraged you?
Who has challenged you?
Who has celebrated your growth?
And equally important — how are YOU nurturing those friendships?
March … is a reminder that growth is rarely a solo journey.
We rise together. We strengthen one another. We thrive in community.
Here’s to women who lead.
Women who support.
Women who inspire.
And women who walk alongside us through every season.
Until next week, let’s keep growing forward — together with AGE-GILITY.
Bye for now!