We Can Do Hard Things 87. Jen Hatmaker & Tyler Merritt Double Date!
Apr 14, 2022
Jen Hatmaker, a bestselling author and co-founder of Legacy Collective, teams up with Tyler Merritt, an actor and activist, for a delightful conversation. They share the story of their unique romance, including how they met and who made the first move. Jen opens up about navigating trust issues post-divorce and how vulnerability plays a role in adult relationships. The duo talks about the joy and complexity of dating as grown-ups, highlighting the importance of genuine connections while sharing what they love most about each other.
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How Jen and Tyler Met
- Jen Hatmaker and Tyler Merritt met through a mutual friend in New York City.
- They connected over attending the same Broadway show, "Waitress", and shared French fries before the performance.
Tyler's Reason for Being in NYC
- Tyler Merritt's trip to New York was prompted by a cancer recurrence diagnosis.
- This diagnosis shifted his perspective and led him to reconnect with friends and attend Broadway shows, ultimately leading to his meeting with Jen.
First Impressions
- Tyler initially underestimated Jen's attractiveness and assumed she might be gay.
- He was immediately impressed by her kindness and how she interacted with others, particularly noticing her knowing the server's name.
