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Allie Volpe

Allie Volpe

Senior Reporter

Allie Volpe is a senior reporter 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

What too much anger does to you — and how to stop itWhat too much anger does to you — and how to stop it
Even BetterMember Exclusive

Righteous indignation can be productive, but it can also curdle into something poisonous.

By Allie Volpe
Everything you need to know about voting right now
Even Better

From registering to vote to understanding your rights, here’s what to expect this Election Day.

By Allie Volpe
What to do — and what to avoid — to help those affected by Hurricane HeleneWhat to do — and what to avoid — to help those affected by Hurricane Helene
Even Better

You shouldn’t travel to a flood zone, but you can still support the recovery.

By Allie Volpe
The astonishing rise of gray divorce
The HighlightMember Exclusive

Why more Americans than ever are splitting up in their 50s and beyond.

By Allie Volpe
Is making friends as an adult really hard, or is it just me?Is making friends as an adult really hard, or is it just me?
Explain It to Me

It’s tough out there. But it’s not all bad news.

By Allie Volpe
Applying to college? Seven current students on how to stand out and stay sane.
Even Better

What these undergrads wish they had known before navigating the process.

By Allie Volpe
This is what admissions officers really want to read in college essays
Even Better

The important thing is not to overthink it.

By Allie Volpe
You got into college. How will you pay for it?
Even Better

Going to school is undeniably expensive. But there are ways to lower the cost.

By Allie Volpe
Raising a shy kid? You can help them open up.
Even Better

It’s all about getting them comfortable with the unfamiliar.

By Allie Volpe
The impossible promise of “making it”
The Highlight

You’ll never have life all figured out. That’s a good thing.

By Allie Volpe