In this episode of the Amanda Fest podcast, Amanda welcomes her dear friend Megan, whose viral love story with her fiancé Freddie has captivated many on TikTok and Instagram. Megan recounts how she met Freddie on a flight from Los Angeles to London, leading to a two-year long-distance romance that culminated in their engagement. The conversation explores themes of seizing opportunities, intentionality, and commitment in relationships. The episode also delves into Megan's transition to New York for business school, her connections through a surfing group, and her revelations about understanding and expressing love languages. Megan emphasizes the importance of saying yes to life's opportunities, fostering real-life connections, and learning from past experiences in building a fulfilling relationship.
00:00 Introduction to Amanda Fest Podcast
00:17 Meet Megan: A Viral Love Story
00:50 Setting the Intention: A Moment of Presence
02:30 Megan's Journey: From LA to NYU
03:01 The Surf Girl Gang Connection
04:32 The Plane Encounter: A Love Story Begins
05:08 Documenting the Journey: TikTok Fame
05:43 Long-Distance Relationship Challenges
06:52 Deepening the Connection: We're Not Really Strangers
10:14 The Abridged Love Story: From Plane to Engagement
11:56 Navigating Life Changes: Grad School and Love
17:25 Love Languages and Relationship Insights
21:08 Reuniting in London: The First In-Person Meeting
24:08 A Modern-Day Fairy Tale: Believing in Possibilities
24:28 A Story That Moves People
25:22 Taking Risks and Making Connections
27:29 The Reality of Dating Apps
29:54 The Importance of Being Present
31:06 Setting Standards in Relationships
33:17 Learning from Past Experiences
35:32 Advice to Our Younger Selves
42:58 Saying Yes to Opportunities
46:00 Final Thoughts and Farewells
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Megan met her now fiance Freddie on her flight to London from Los Angeles. After two years of long distance, they recently got engaged. Their story went viral on TikTok, Instagram and even got coverage in People magazine. Now she is sharing their story and providing guidance to those also doing long distance! You can learn more on her Instagram (@MeggyMeza) and TikTok (meggyyymezz)
