Surviving and Thriving is the personal blog of writer Donna Freedman, offering practical reflections on managing money and navigating everyday life. Through candid stories and reader-friendly articles, Freedman explores frugality, saving, shopping, rewards programs, budgeting, retirement, and the choices that shape modern life. Her advice is grounded in personal experience, from finding value in post-holiday sales and combining discounts to considering the risks of relying on rewards apps.

The site also covers family, work, caregiving, and life changes, giving its financial tips a relatable, human perspective. Readers can browse popular posts, learn more about Freedman, and find information about her books and credit cards, alongside a disclosure page and a “Hire me” link. Surviving and Thriving is best understood as an independent, advice-focused blog rather than a retailer or financial service provider.

Its central appeal is an honest, conversational approach to stretching resources, making thoughtful spending decisions, and finding ways to live well within practical limits