Ever wondered how a shared struggle can spark a lifelong friendship? In Episode 72 of "How I Met My BFF," Leisa and Tamara dive into an inspiring story with Jenna Udenberg and Jaime Head-MacAlister. From a chance meeting in a physical therapy pool to founding a nonprofit, these two have turned shared challenges into a powerful bond. Discover how their contrasting personalities—Jenna’s introversion and Jaime’s extroversion—perfectly complement each other, creating a friendship that transcends physical therapy sessions and ventures into impactful community work. Their nonprofit, Above and Beyond with U, is breaking barriers for individuals with mobility disabilities. Join us for laughs, insights, and a celebration of friendship's transformative power. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave reviews, and share your own BFF stories with us!

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Are you curious about the secrets behind enduring female friendships? Or perhaps you're wondering how to mend a strained relationship with your BFF? In Episode 71 of "How I Met My BFF," join us, Leisa and Tamara, as we dive into these questions with our insightful guest, Susan Shapiro Barash. Susan, an expert on female friendships and author of 18 books, shares wisdom from her latest work, "Estranged: How Strained Female Friendships Are Mended or Ended."

We kick off with personal stories about our transformative health journeys involving hormone replacement therapies. Then, Susan takes us on a journey through the emotional landscape of female friendships, revealing how societal pressures and personal challenges can either strain or strengthen these vital connections. From political divides to life changes, we discuss it all, including how to find new friends and nurture existing ones. Tune in for heartfelt anecdotes, expert insights, and a light-hearted chat about the joy of visiting museums with your BFF. Don’t forget to check out Susan’s book for a deeper dive!

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Ever wondered how friendship can blossom without ever meeting in person? In Episode 70 of How I Met My BFF, join me, Leisa, and my co-host Tamara as we dive into the fascinating story of Yvonne B. McCoy and Andrea Stenberg's unique bond. We kick off with some fun updates—like Tamara's adventurous chickens in Montana and my own health journey advocating for regular mammograms.

Then, we introduce our guests, Yvonne and Andrea, who share how their friendship began in an online coaching program, evolving over a decade into a deep, supportive connection. Discover how their professional accountability turned into personal camaraderie, complete with funny pet stories and dreams of a Greek getaway.

This episode is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of friendships, even when they're entirely virtual. Tune in to explore the power of connection across borders and screens!

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