Last Friday, Anat invited us into a day shaped by presence, reflection, and a lifelong relationship with nature. A licensed clinical social worker, lifelong volunteer, and avid hiker, Anat has always turned to the outdoors as a place to process, reconnect, and restore.
From quiet mornings to winding trails across Los Angeles, her rituals aren’t rushed — they’re intentional. This is Anat’s Friday takeover, in full.
Anat begins her mornings without urgency. She’s learned not to rush the day, allowing a few quiet moments to set the tone before anything else begins.
Coffee is first — enjoyed outdoors whenever possible — followed by simple grounding rituals that help her arrive fully in the present.
“Balance has always been essential to how I live. I’ve learned not to rush my mornings. A few quiet moments go a long way.”
Anat’s skincare routine is rooted in consistency and nourishment — nothing excessive, nothing overwhelming.
She begins with clean skin, applies eye cream first, and builds her routine slowly and intentionally.
Gold Drops — Reviving & Repairing Face Oil
Used daily to support hydration and calm the skin.
Eye Contact — Depuffing & Tightening Eye Crème
Applied first, every morning.
Surreal Silk — Lifting & Plumping Serum
Added on days she’s heading out and wants lightweight hydration.
To finish, she layers sunscreen over Gold Drops — especially on hiking days.
Amazon Basics Sheer Touch Sunscreen SPF 30 — $9
Used daily for layering after Gold Drops.
For Anat, time outdoors isn’t exercise alone — it’s reflection.
She hikes throughout Los Angeles and the surrounding valleys, choosing trails based on mood, energy, weather, and how many miles she feels ready to take on.
“Nature has always been my reset. Whether it’s a hike or just being outside, it gives me space to reflect.”
Old photos from years past — hiking across South America, crossing rope bridges, long treks through unfamiliar terrain — speak to a lifelong relationship with movement and exploration.
Anat believes wellness begins internally. When it comes to food, she avoids restrictive rules and focuses instead on nourishment.
“When it comes to diet, I don’t follow anything specific. I try to eat plenty of protein and healthy fats. Happy body and skin start from the inside.”
Some everyday staples include:
Ortiz Sardines in Olive Oil
A favorite source of healthy fats and protein.She also prepares teas using different herbs and plants, choosing blends based on how her body feels that day.
After hiking or time outdoors, Anat returns home to reset.
Following a shower, she reaches for simple, multi-use oils — products she’s trusted for years.
NOW Solutions Apricot Oil — $10
Used as a full-body moisturizer.
NOW Solutions Almond Oil — $10
Used as a hair oil mask.Sometimes she blends oils together or adds essential oils like rosemary, adjusting based on what her body needs.
As the day slows, Anat repeats her skincare ritual — this time adding Surreal Silk if she’s heading out.
Candles, familiar scents, and quiet moments help her transition out of movement and into rest.
Throughout the day, Anat often listens to audiobooks — especially those that explore the mind-body connection and how our beliefs shape our health.
One book that’s been especially impactful:
Breaking the Age Code by Becca Levy, PhD
A powerful exploration of how our perceptions of aging influence physical health, longevity, and overall well-being. The book challenges deeply ingrained cultural narratives around aging and highlights how mindset can play a meaningful role in how we experience each stage of life.
Listening while walking, resting, or moving through her day, Anat finds these ideas grounding — a reminder that wellness isn’t just physical, but deeply mental and emotional as well.
Music plays quietly in the background of Anat’s day — reflective, grounding, and familiar.
And It’s Still Alright — Nathaniel Rateliff
I Will Wait — Mumford & Sons
Friday Night Heartbreaker — Jon Pardi
The Cave — Mumford & Sons
Phantoms and Friends — Old Man Canyon
Lies Lies Lies — Morgan Wallen
Little Lion Man — Mumford & Sons
A soundtrack for long walks, quiet mornings, and reflective evenings.
Anat’s takeover reminds us that ritual doesn’t need to be complicated. It’s built through presence, repetition, and listening — to the body, the mind, and the world around us.
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Every Friday, a new voice.
A new rhythm.
A new ritual.
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