Spritz of Wisdom

In this episode, I share just why it's so important to speak up and find your voice and how life here in Italy has shifted for me, since I started doing just that.I also give you:My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)The full pour - Why finding your voice is so important The final cin cin - What you can take from this 🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on!

In the first episode of season three I introduce the new focus for this season - what it's really like navigating life in Italy in my early 40s. Today I'm talking about the shifts I've been on since moving here just before my 35th birthday and how Italy has changed my perspective on many things over that time.I also give you:My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)The full pour - How perspectives change from your 30s to 40s in Italy The final cin cin - What you can take from this 🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on!

In today's season finale episode of Spritz of Wisdom (formerly Lessons from the Boot) I share what my hair can teach you about living in Italy. It's not as strange as it seems...I also give you:* My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)* The full pour - My hair journey and how it applies to life in Italy* The final cin cin - What is important to remember💌 Follow me on Substack for my free weekly 'Realitaly' series. Honest, personal letters about what Italy really feels like, with absolutely no filters. https://substack.com/@msbritaly🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I hope you like the new format. Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on! *Season 2 returns September 2026*

In today's episode of Spritz of Wisdom (formerly Lessons from the Boot) I discuss the concept of trade-offs in Italy and unlearning old rules.I also give you:* My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)* The full pour - Trade-offs and new rules * The final cin cin - How it can look for you💌 Follow me on Substack for my free weekly 'Realitaly' series. Honest, personal letters about what Italy really feels like, with absolutely no filters. https://substack.com/@msbritaly🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I hope you like the new format. Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on!

In today's episode of Spritz of Wisdom (formerly Lessons from the Boot) I discuss how even though there may come a point where the shine fades in Italy, there's always something important to remember.I also give you:* My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)* The full pour - Is the challenge greater than the reward?* The final cin cin - Why this changes everything💌 Follow me on Substack for my free weekly 'Realitaly' series. Honest, personal letters about what Italy really feels like, with absolutely no filters. https://substack.com/@msbritaly🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I hope you like the new format. Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on!

In today's episode of Spritz of Wisdom (formerly Lessons from the Boot) I discuss why no one is actually right about life in Italy.I also give you:* My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)* The full pour - Why being right isn't real* The final cin cin - What you need to remember 💌 Follow me on Substack for my free weekly 'Realitaly' series. Honest, personal letters about what Italy really feels like, with absolutely no filters. https://substack.com/@msbritaly🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us and become a Founding 50 member - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I hope you like the new format. Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on!

In today's episode of Spritz of Wisdom (formerly Lessons from the Boot) I discuss how the internet is giving rise to a wave of Italy 'experts' and why you have to be so careful.I also give you:* My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)* The full pour - What you need to pay attention to* The final cin cin - Why this is important 💌 Follow me on Substack for my free weekly 'Realitaly' series. Honest, personal letters about what Italy really feels like, with absolutely no filters. https://substack.com/@msbritaly🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us and become a Founding 50 member - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I hope you like the new format. Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on!

In today's episode of Spritz of Wisdom (formerly Lessons from the Boot) I discuss how sometimes Italy isn't the answer you had hoped for.I also give you:* My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)* The full pour - Unpacking the reality * The final cin cin - The hidden message 💌 Follow me on Substack for my free weekly 'Realitaly' series. Honest, personal letters about what Italy really feels like, with absolutely no filters. https://substack.com/@msbritaly🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us and become a Founding 50 member - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I hope you like the new format. Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on!

In today's episode of Spritz of Wisdom (formerly Lessons from the Boot) I discuss how Easter Sunday showed me what most tourists get wrong in Italy.I also give you:My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)The full pour - The mistake tourists in Italy make without realisingA final cin cin - How to really understand Italy🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us and become a Founding 50 member - ⁠⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I hope you like the new format. Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on!

In today's episode of Spritz of Wisdom (formerly Lessons from the Boot) I discuss the challenges of imitation and the importance of authenticity. I also give you:My sip of the week (highs and lows of my previous week in South Italy)The full pour - How your 'why' creates meaningful contentA final cin cin - How to turn copying into motivation for self-improvement🍸 Planning your move to Italy? The Aperitivo Lounge is my private community for people doing exactly that. Monthly masterclasses, live Q&A calls and a group of people who actually get it. Join us and become a Founding 50 member - ⁠https://www.theaperitivolounge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I hope you like the new format. Your support means the world - so don't forget to give a like/follow depending on what platform you are on!