The Sweet Life of Wellness
- Angela Sabatasso
- Nov 6
- 3 min read
By Angela Sabatasso Realtor | Strand Hill Forbes Global Properties
At its heart, La Dolce Vita — the sweet life — isn’t about indulgence. It’s about balance.
It’s about living with intention, presence, and joy in the simple rituals that make us feel alive.
In the Mediterranean, wellness isn’t a trend — it’s a way of being. Meals are savored, not rushed. Movement is a pleasure, not a punishment. And rest, connection, and purpose are treated as essential ingredients of a life well lived.
Here in Palos Verdes, with its golden light, ocean air, and natural beauty, that same energy thrives. To live La Dolce Vita is to honor your wellbeing in every sense — mind, body, and spirit.
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Nourish Yourself Beautifully
A balanced diet is the foundation of La Dolce Vita wellness. It’s not about restriction, but celebration — enjoying fresh, seasonal foods that nourish your body while delighting your senses.
Think sun-ripened tomatoes, local citrus, olive oil, and just enough espresso or gelato to remind you that joy is part of health, too. Wellness begins not with counting calories, but with savoring moments.
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Move with Joy
Exercise, in the Mediterranean sense, isn’t confined to gyms — it’s woven into daily life.
A morning walk along the cliffs, an afternoon ride, a sunset swim — movement as connection, not obligation.
The goal isn’t perfection, but flow. Move your body in ways that make you feel alive and grounded.
Cultivate Inner Calm
Mental wellbeing is the quiet luxury of La Dolce Vita.
It’s making space for stillness, for laughter, for gratitude. Through mindfulness, meditation, journaling, or simply pausing to watch the sea, you nurture peace of mind and clarity — the essence of modern wellness.
When life moves gently, so do we.
Rest and Restore
True beauty comes from rest.
Sleep — deep, uninterrupted, and restorative — is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself.
In a world that glorifies productivity, La Dolce Vita reminds us that rest is not a reward; it’s a right.
A calm mind and a rested body create the energy to live more fully.
Connection, Community, and Belonging
Wellness thrives in community.
Sharing meals, laughter, and conversation reminds us that happiness multiplies when it’s shared. Whether gathered around a table, walking with friends, or celebrating life’s milestones, connection is what gives meaning to wellness.
The Art of Self-Care and Purpose
Taking time for yourself — a slow morning, a quiet garden moment, a creative project — refills your energy.
Equally important is purpose: doing work and pursuing passions that align with your values. La Dolce Vita is lived most fully when every day holds both intention and enjoyment.
Living Water: The Foundation of Life
Water is life — and vitality flows from how we hydrate.
Our bodies are composed of up to 75% water, and staying hydrated fuels every system of wellbeing: it delivers nutrients to cells, supports digestion, detoxifies, and promotes clarity and energy.
From the thermal springs of Ischia to the ocean mist of Palos Verdes, water reminds us that flow and renewal are nature’s design. Drink deeply — of life and of beauty.
The Holistic Sweet Life
To live La Dolce Vita in wellness is to blend pleasure with purpose — to move, eat, rest, and connect in ways that feel both natural and nourishing.
It’s a philosophy that fits seamlessly into the rhythm of coastal living: open windows, fresh air, and the art of simply being.
Because the true essence of La Dolce Vita isn’t about having more — it’s about feeling more.
More joy. More balance. More peace.
Live beautifully. Live well. Live your La Dolce Vita.
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