👋 Buongiorno, Bonjour, Hola, Hello

Last newsletter going out before Halloween 👻

I’ve always been a fan of the holiday… it’s the one day we can dress up and transform into anything that we want.

Halloween should be celebrated for the freedom of expression and imagination that it allows!

💚 The power of vulnerability in content

Being online is complex, and finding a balance between vulnerability and personal boundaries is hard. Especially when you’ve likely been bombarded by advice from online gurus, insisting that you need to share every triumph and downfall.

Being vulnerable isn’t a bad thing. It makes you human and connect with others at a personal level. We all have a unique story, and sharing our vulnerabilities can inspire understanding and support, but also genuine connections.

Last but not least…

🧠 While vulnerability is an important aspect of our content, it’s important to find a balance.

In today’s world, we often overshare and know too much about each other’s lives… and that can mean constant scrutiny. Just ensure that you feel comfortable enough with people knowing what you are about to share, and the meaning behind why you’re doing it.

Nevertheless, vulnerability can be a powerful tool when it comes to our content.

It is authentic.

🗞️ Verónica’s news

Last weekend, I was able to escape to Verona and take a day trip to Venice.

Italy, in all its splendor, never ceases to amaze me. I love how diverse its culture, language and food is. When in Verona, I wanted to try Luccio e Polenta and the famous Risotto all’Amarone. Side note, I haven’t had risotto since moving to Italy two years ago. Somehow, it’s the dish I keep putting off! While wandering around the streets near the Arena, I stumbled upon Le Cantine del’Arena, that had BOTH dishes I wanted to try.

Foolishly, I told myself I would try the polenta at lunch, and wander somewhere else that would serve the risotto for dinner… well, should have bitten my tongue because this restaurant was so good, I ended up going back that same day. I should add that in the evening, this restaurant has a live jazz show (which was the deciding factor to go back for that experience).

Verona, the setting of history’s most famous romantic tragedy, has an undeniable aroma of romance. Small, winding alleys, love locks adorning random corners, beautiful sunsets and a rainbow that graced Juliet’s balcony… I have to say that I fell in love with the city more than I had imagined I would.

Venice, on the other hand, is unique… but uniquely adventurous as well. Between the crowds (even in the less crowded October), running around trying to find a gondola to ride but then getting caught by the high tide that left my shoes, socks and jeans wet… was an experience.

Venice is a beautiful city, I won’t deny that. But the chaos of the day trip, I’m second-guessing if I should go back and try spending a few more days to get the vibe of it… because as of now, though it was a fun day, it was also a bit too stressful.

The impact of words extend far beyond the page.

Have a good weekend!

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