
Allie Volpe
Correspondent
Allie Volpe is a correspondent covering mental health, relationships, wellness, money, home life, and work. She’s curious about how to live better, both practically and holistically, having reported on topics like the components of an effective apology and ways to deal with a canceled or delayed flight. Her reporting offers actionable and accessible advice to readers, empowering them to live happier and healthier lives.
Before joining Vox, she was a freelance reporter, contributing to the New York Times, The Atlantic, the Washington Post, Rolling Stone, Playboy, and many others. Outside of work, she is a triathlete and avid karaoker.
Have a question about how to improve your life? Send her a tweet at @allieevolpe or you can reach her by email at allie.volpe@vox.com.
Latest articles by Allie Volpe

When bodies and appearances are malleable, what does that mean for the person underneath?


What to do if your friends are confiding in ChatGPT instead of you.

They grow up together, but are twins destined to share a social network?


Most people say friendship is important to them, but often act in ways that contradict that sentiment.


Even when you’re physically alone, you might not be getting the restorative solitude you need.


I like camping. My partner doesn’t. How will we make it work?


How to turn new people into new friends.


We can get distracted sometimes. Here’s how to make your loved ones feel truly heard.


You just have to strike a balance between optimism and realism.


It’s not just about budgeting, but how you want your money to make you feel in this new phase of life.