The post-grad years often bring major shifts in relationships, with distance being one of the biggest challenges. It can be difficult to reshape how we connect with loved ones through miles of separation, but the fight is always worth it for the right people. In this episode of Transplants, I have a candid conversation with one of my long distance besties, video editor Anna Mendiola, to give you advice on how to navigate distance in friendships as a new adult. In addition to hearing about our awkward first meeting, you’ll learn: ✔️ How to navigate change in friendships, together ✔️ What real friendship looks like ✔️ Ways to maintain long distance friendships   Follow Anna on social media: https://www.instagram.com/annamendiola_   Follow Transplants on social media: Instagram: @transplantspodcast TikTok: @transplantspodcast Threads: @transplantspodcast   Saving up for a move? Open a high-yield savings account here: https://ally.com/referral?code=4R3S6J4R9F. (referral link)   For all business inquiries, email transplantspod@gmail.com   Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:38 - How we met 05:43 - Navigating adult friendships post grad 07:25 - Maintaining long distance friendships 09:49 - Making friends as a California transplant and choosing friends wisely 14:47 - Reciprocity in relationships 19:00 - Values in friendship 21:00 - Evaluating friendships: when to fight or let go 25:13 - What real friendship looks like 33:11 - Closing thoughts