Embracing a New Life in Italy
When Jeffrey, a former tech professional from Sydney, Australia, faced the sudden loss of his father, he chose to pursue a life-changing dream. He announced to his boss that he was leaving his high-powered tech job to move to Ischia, Italy, where he could live a slower, more fulfilling life. He shared his story in a viral TikTok video that garnered over 300,000 views.
"I earn a lot less than my tech job, but I'm now joyful. I prefer pruning to team meetings," Jeffrey explained.
At 45, Jeffrey now enjoys life on the picturesque island, where he raises chickens, grows tomatoes, and manages a boutique hotel he designed himself, Casa Via Costa. This dream took eight years of planning and hard work to realize, but now he relishes in the serenity of Mediterranean gardens, orchards, and the joy of making honey.
A Journey Back to Roots
Originally from Ischia, Jeffrey moved to Australia at age four. He earned an Electrical Engineering degree and an MBA, working in the tech industry for ten years. However, the loss of his father was a pivotal moment that prompted him to follow his dreams of a simpler life.
"Life is far too short, and I had this long-held dream of moving to Italy and living a slower life," he said.
Life After Corporate
Today, Jeffrey's life is filled with natural beauty and community. He enjoys walking to the piazza for morning coffee, meeting guests from around the world, and immersing himself in nature. His decision to leave corporate life has been met with admiration online, with many viewers expressing their own desires to escape the corporate grind.
"Absolutely no regrets. It was the craziest yet best decision of my life," Jeffrey stated, reflecting on his new lifestyle.
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