⭐ Theme: Family by Choice ⭐

Recorded on Ebony's birthday! 🎂

This episode is a deep dive into the decade-long friendship between hosts Ebony and May. From how they met to unforgettable school memories, they reflect on the journey that brought them here - and why they believe the people you choose to keep close are truly family by choice.

They get real about the challenges and unexpected joys of maintaining a long-distance friendship, exploring how open communication, trust, and intentionality form the foundation of any strong relationship. They also discuss the role technology plays in staying connected, and how sharing both the highs and the lows deepens emotional bonds in ways that proximity simply can't.

At the heart of it all is a reminder that quality time matters more than quantity and that distance never has to define the depth of a connection.

In this episode:

• Why friendships are a vital part of your 20s
• How to maintain long-distance friendships with intentionality
• The unexpected benefits of distance in a friendship
• Why quality time beats quantity every time

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Resources Mentioned:

• Angie Mcmahon (great Aussie music!)
• Roy Jr. Canberra (Ebony’s matcha reco xx)
• Best Friends Get Brutally Honest | Split Decision