Gossiping, Hedging, Collaborating: Why Women Talk Like That

The myths, manner, and magic of girl talk

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For myself and many women I know, the times I get to converse with one or more of my female friends are sacred. It’s a way for us to deepen our connections, express and receive empathy, and to confide in someone who just gets it. But often, the very act of women speaking to each other is…