10 friends everyone needs for different spaces and places

Adult friendships can be wonderful, sticky, and awkward. In her book The Life Council, 10 Friends Every Woman Needs, author/podcaster Laura Tremaine outlines how friends can make up our "life council" and fill unique spaces that may - but don't have to - overlap in life.

Daily Duty: The one you communicate with and see almost daily. The one who knows your coffee order and your routine. Sometimes these friendships come later in life when home & family lives overlap. You are in a "constant life conversation" with them.

Business Bestie: The one you can specifically talk about work (or volunteer work) with and bond within that specific arena. Personal info aside. Complain about the boss, talk shop. strategize with one who understands this dynamic in a way even your other closest friends don't.

Battle Buddy: The one who has seen you through the most difficult life challenges and tough, scary circumstances.

Old Friend: The one who has been around for a long time and traveled through major seasons alongside you. I think of them as the one who knew you "back then."

Soul Sister: The one who will forever hold a special place in your heart. The lifer.

The Fellow Obsessive: The one that shares your obsessive love of music, hobbies, celebs, foods, etc.

The Mentor: The one you turn to when you're stuck; the one you look to for guidance and much needed advice.

Yes Friend: The one who will drop everything and say yes to adventure.

The New Friend: The one you just met or are curious enough about to build up the friendship. Another to consider: The Empty Chair: An empty space reserved especially for the future friendship you will need one day.