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Go: Casa Guidi, Home of Robert and Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Visit Casa Guidi: A hidden gem museum off the beaten path in Florence, Italy that preserves the home of famous poets Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
Read: “Anxious People” by Frederik Backman
Backman has brilliantly managed to write a laugh-out-loud comedy, a fine and clever mystery, and an insightful, deeply felt character-driven narrative. I’m always rewarded when I stick with his books!
Watch: “Anxious People” on Netflix
Netflix’s adaptation of “Anxious People” is a mystery, a comedy, and a dram; but most importantly it’s a story about ordinary people who experience fear, anxiety, awkwardness, and inhibitions in their everyday lives.
Go…to therapy! Author Frederik Backman encourages healing
‘Anxious People’ need and deserve support! Here are a few forms of therapy, from traditional “talk therapy” to small, everyday mental health practices that may be able to help alleviate anxiety…
Read: Lady Almina & the Real Downton Abbey
The true story of Lady Almina who brought a generous dowry to her marriage in exchange for a title & a place in the British aristocracy at the real-life Downton: Highclare Castle.
Watch: Downton Abbey, the TV Series & Feature Film
For six glorious seasons, millions of us were hopelessly besotted with the Victorian splendor of Downton Abbey. Re-live the splendor by bringing the real story to life!
Go: Tour Highclere Castle, England
The perfect day trip guide to Highclere Castle, the real-life inspiration and filming location of the Downton Abbey TV series and movies.
Read: “Under the Tuscan Sun”
Even if you’ve seen the movie, it’s absolutely worth reading the book “Under the Tuscan Sun” by Frances Mayes. The plot varies from the film (as real life often does!) and will have you craving the tastes, sights, and feelings of Italy.
Watch: “Under the Tuscan Sun”
Though it differs greatly from the plot of the memoir it’s based on, the film adaptation of “Under the Tuscan Sun” is an absolute MUST watch! Grab a glass of limoncello and indulge.