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A Letter to Your Future Self
I know I mention Mel Robbins a lot, but her recent conversation with Debbie Millman has stayed with me. Debbie is an award-winning...
Alison Friedman
Oct 72 min read


Estrogen Patch Glue? Problem Solved.
If you’re on an estrogen patch like I am, you feel me on the glue that seems to linger long after you’ve peeled the patch off. 🙃 I used to scrub and scrub with soap, water, even alcohol wipes… and still end up with sticky spots. My sister-in-law found the solution: Acetone-Free Adhesive Remover Pads . 🙌 These little pads work like a charm. Gentle on skin, no stinging, no harsh smell, and the glue slides right off in seconds. 💜 Pro-tip: keep a few in your travel bag, gym ba
Alison Friedman
Oct 71 min read


Fika, Beets and Meatballs: Our Swedish Adventure
On our recent trip to Stockholm, the food itself became an adventure. Swedish cuisine is full of seafood, pickled flavors, and plenty of...
Alison Friedman
Oct 72 min read


From Vasa to Fika: Our Stockholm Adventure
A few weeks ago we finally made it to Stockholm, our first time there! We were struck by how clean the city was, how walkable, and how...
Alison Friedman
Oct 71 min read


A Copenhagen Breakfast I’ll Never Forget
Rhubarb for breakfast? The smell alone stopped me in my tracks. At our hotel in Copenhagen recently, I noticed a sweet scent drifting...
Alison Friedman
Sep 302 min read


Full Heart, Empty Nest
We rented a place at the Jersey Shore for a month, and the Rosh Hashanah holiday happened to fall within that month, which I didn’t even...
Alison Friedman
Sep 302 min read


What Copenhagen Taught Me About Happiness, Health & Habits
When Scott and I arrived in Copenhagen, I felt immediately curious about more than just the food and the architecture. I wanted to...
Alison Friedman
Sep 302 min read


Aging Well Starts with a Good Night’s Sleep
Recently I stayed at the Union Square Hyatt in New York City, and the smoke detector had a red blinking light that I didn’t really notice...
Alison Friedman
Sep 302 min read


Making the Most of Hotel and Away-From-Home Gyms
One of the challenges of being on the road is figuring out how to keep moving. Over the past few weeks, between our trip to Europe and...
Alison Friedman
Sep 301 min read


The Power of Feeling Supported
This line stopped me in my tracks during our visit to the Happiness Museum in Copenhagen. It’s stayed with me because it captures what I...
Alison Friedman
Sep 301 min read


What the Happiness Museum Made Me Think About
When Scott and I recently visited Copenhagen, we spent an afternoon at the Happiness Museum and it surprised me how much what I learned...
Alison Friedman
Sep 302 min read


The Eye Mask I Don’t Travel Without
I’ve used this eye mask since 2019 and it goes everywhere with me. I even use it at home when I need a deeper sleep. What makes it different is the space around my eyes… it was designed for lash extensions, so it doesn’t press on your lashes or lids. It blocks light, feels soft, and actually stays put. Why I love it: it helps me fall asleep faster in hotels with mystery lights, it’s comfortable on long flights, and it doesn’t smudge eye makeup. The strap adjusts easily, it’s
Alison Friedman
Sep 301 min read


The joy of Not Knowing What is Next
That feels especially true right now as we set off on a new adventure through Europe. This trip isn’t perfectly planned… and that’s the...
Alison Friedman
Sep 21 min read


Strength in Accountability
On a recent episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast (Episode 269) , she interviewed a doctor who said every woman should aim to be able to do...
Alison Friedman
Sep 22 min read


Discovering the Secrets of Your Body: My Journey Through VO₂ and Metabolic Assessment
This summer I went through something called a VO₂ and metabolic assessment and it was one of the most fascinating health experiences I’ve...
Alison Friedman
Sep 22 min read


When Charleston Surprised Us
We just took a quick trip to Charleston as part of driving cars north from Florida. We stayed two nights, and the best part was that our...
Alison Friedman
Sep 22 min read


Growing Through the Fog
Lately, I’ve been experiencing something new: brain fog. At first, it honestly scared me. I was worried it was the onset of something...
Alison Friedman
Sep 21 min read


My Secret to Fresh Hair on the Go
My Travel Must-Have: Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo If you’ve followed me for a while, you know I’m all about simplifying life without sacrificing how I feel or look… and this little gray bottle is one of my absolute essentials. This dry shampoo is the one product I never travel without. I even go out of my way to buy the travel-size version (2.4 oz), which runs about $18. Yes, it’s a splurge, but it’s worth every penny. Here’s why I love it: Actually cleans hair..
Alison Friedman
Sep 21 min read


Embracing the Empty Nest, Creating What’s Next
Our youngest son Jake came to Florida recently, and it felt different. With our Maryland house sold, this rental is now his “home base”...
Alison Friedman
Sep 22 min read


Savoring Charleston
Charleston is such a foodie city, and we definitely made the most of it. The standout of the trip was a spontaneous stop at The Darling ....
Alison Friedman
Sep 21 min read
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