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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 30, 20252 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 30, 20252 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 30, 20252 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 30, 20252 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 30, 20251 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 30, 20251 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 30, 20252 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 30, 20251 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 2, 20251 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 2, 20252 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 2, 20252 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 2, 20252 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 2, 20251 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 2, 20251 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 2, 20252 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 2, 20251 min read


The Tox
I recently had the most unique self-care experience at The Tox , a lymphatic facial followed by their 60-minute Master Tox body...
Alison Friedman
Aug 11, 20253 min read


Let’s talk about I’ll Have What She’s Having by Chelsea Handler.
I’m almost finished with it, and wow, I’m obsessed. I first heard about this book when Chelsea was interviewed on the Mel Robbins podcast, and I immediately downloaded it on Audible. I haven’t stopped listening since. It’s smart, honest, and funny. But it’s also deeper than I expected, full of personal stories, therapy breakthroughs, lessons in gratitude, and even her take on meditation. Chelsea shares the highs and lows of her life in such a real, unapologetic way. I
Alison Friedman
Aug 11, 20251 min read


Let’s just say I did not mean to take a Heated Flow and Sculpt class
I’d been in a great groove at the gym, booking classes daily, showing up, feeling strong. One day, my accountability friend at the gym...
Alison Friedman
Aug 11, 20252 min read


Book Review: “The Girlfriend’s Guide to Menopause”
If you were pregnant in the late ‘90s or early 2000s, chances are you remember The Girlfriend’s Guide to Pregnancy . It was relatable, honest, and surprisingly helpful. I devoured it when I was expecting my boys, and I think there were follow-ups for babies and toddlers too. So when I saw The Girlfriend’s Guide to Menopause , I was hopeful. This next phase of life deserves the same kind of support, right? Unfortunately, no. I was seriously disappointed. I’m currently
Alison Friedman
Aug 11, 20252 min read
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