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Finding Courage and Perspective in the Mountains of Utah
Being in the mountains in Utah always puts things into perspective for me. There’s something about being surrounded by something so big that reminds you what you’re capable of… and where you still need courage. It doesn’t feel dramatic. It just feels real. And sometimes, that quiet reminder is exactly what I need.
Alison Friedman
3 days ago1 min read


Ego Off, Growth On
When we step out of the way of our own ego, life has a way of showing us exactly where we’re meant to grow next.
Alison Friedman
Dec 11, 20251 min read


Mental Fitness Starts in Your Mind: Train the Thoughts That Make You Stronger
The real work isn’t stopping every negative thought… it’s choosing which ones you’re willing to repeat, believe, and build a life around.
Alison Friedman
Nov 5, 20251 min read


Holding Both
If you read I Am Unfiltered: A Jewish Heart, A Human Story , you already know how much I admire Rachel Goldberg-Polin. Her strength, her faith, her ability to hold heartbreak and hope at the same time. This quote reminds me that we can honor pain and still choose joy… that sometimes the most human thing we can do is feel both.
Alison Friedman
Oct 15, 20251 min read


Borrowed, Not Owned
I find this line especially comforting as I navigate this chapter of letting go: nothing is permanent, and gratitude softens the release....
Alison Friedman
Oct 7, 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


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


You are Powerful
In light of Chelsea Handler’s book I’ll Have What She’s Having being my favorite thing right now, I came across this quote from her that...
Alison Friedman
Aug 11, 20251 min read


Alison Friedman
Jul 29, 20250 min read


If It Should Be
A friend shared this poem with me, and it brought me real comfort.If you’re grieving the loss of a pet, maybe these words will help you...
Alison Friedman
Jun 26, 20251 min read


Growth Isn't Starting Over
This is one of the reminders I come back to often. Growth doesn’t mean starting over… it means choosing purpose and showing up with...
Alison Friedman
Jun 3, 20251 min read


True Luxuries
True wealth is measured in time, health, and the people and experiences that bring peace and joy.
Alison Friedman
May 15, 20251 min read


One Decision Can Change Everything
"You are one decision away from a completely different life." — Mel Robbins I come back to this quote often, especially when life...
Alison Friedman
Apr 27, 20251 min read


Choosing Your Response
I've been thinking about how we can't always control our emotions, but we can decide how we respond. As Mel Robbins puts it... "You...
Alison Friedman
Apr 14, 20251 min read
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