SINGLE PARENT MOVE TO ITALY WITH 2 KIDS: Obstacles, Doubts & the Mindset to Manifest a Dream
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- čas přidán 21. 10. 2021
- This episode I chat with Olivia, an inspiring artist, mother of two boys, world traveller, single parent and dreamer about her experience of moving her family to Florence Italy during the pandemic. Olivia shares a vast range of experiences from living in the Netherlands, returning to life in New York City, overcoming self doubt, admin nightmares and other obstacles and how she trained herself in positive thinking and with a courageous mindset changed everything to create a beautiful lifestyle for her children. Having travelled the world solo and with her kids, capturing mesmerising photographs from India to Colombia to Europe, she is now about to open an art gallery in Florence which celebrate artists of colour. Stay tuned as I will share the details of this exciting project as soon as the gallery is set up.
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I'm sure many of you will be asking how to follow more of Olivia's infectious joy and creativity. Stay tuned as I will be sharing details of her new art gallery in Florence in the coming months as soon as she's ready to launch. Thank you for watching. Have a beautiful weekend. Kylie
Thank you for bringing this excellent video to us!!💖💖
Please do. In Firenze Nov-Mar.
This is a remarkable conversation. So moving and thought provoking!!!!
Yessss
@@mariacasella979 right! One of my favs yet. And it was so nice and long
As her kids get older they will appreciate her so much more! Olivia, you are one strong woman!
I agree! 😊
I am 82 and am not thinking of moving, but this conversation did enlarge my concept of what’s possible. It is something I can still integrate, like the opening of the windows of my mind. It feels like a seed that was sown earlier began to germinate as I watched. I am wondering what it will be because it will be different than the lives I can imagine for young people.
Lovely video.. What is her profession ?
You should be thinking about moving to the afterlife at 82 😂😂😂
Wow, what a lady Olivia is! She’s the sort of person people write books about and make films about, and CZcams videos haha. No but really, Olivia you’re so inspiring.Thank you for sharing your way of being in the world. I wish you everything wonderful and thank you Kylie for bringing us Olivia. What a treat! I feel filled up with light and happiness this Friday evening! ❤️
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I have never heard a parent focus so much on how they raise their children and think about this in such a deep wise way thank you very much for showing us all this
“The answer is always NO if you don’t ask” WOW So true, I never thought about it that way. Loved this interview. Olivia is a fascinating woman. Kylie, I think you’ve made a great friend.
I don't even have words to explain this feeling I have while listening to both of you. Strong, smart, inspirational...... thank you ladies!
Ohh wow, thank you!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️
I’m a single mom of 2 brilliant, beautiful, black boys (4 & 5) and that desire of moving (back) to Italy has been in full force circulating my mind. I feel the same as Olivia- not wanting to raise my children in America, needing affordable organic (and preferably more vegan options, but that’s me), and desiring a better education for them (not only academically but socially and spiritually)- and my heart is so glad that I finally came across this video. Actually, 6 minutes ago I searched “single mom of two moves to Italy” and this is the first option I clicked on. I’m so glad! So much of what Olivia is sharing resonates with me, down to back story and dreams and the choices I make when it comes to raising my children. I’ve never felt so spoken to! Thank you for sharing this! I’m a new subscriber now!
To Olivia: I have had a plan, I knew it was possible, I’m ever inspired to just make the move, I’ve experienced it before (moving to Italy on my own) but never with children, however I know the ins and outs, I often have faith in my abilities and the courage to explore, and overall I know I can do it. But now, I believe in myself. I’m going to do it! Thank you Olivia!
I am right there with you, in the same boat
And soo happy to have found this video!
"Creativity does not have to be taught, it has to be protected." I loved this Olivia! Such an amazing video, thank you Kylie and Olivia for sharing your thoughts. Truly so inspiring and I know this is going to touch so many lives. I moved abroad a year ago after my husbands green card was denied. It was such a blessing in disguise. I’ve lived in France for a year now and I have grown so much and am so grateful to have my eyes opened to this beautiful world. Thank you again Kylie for sharing this beautiful woman!
I grew up poor in North New Jersey near NYC. City kids (specially boys) can have the wrong kind of friends and end up in the drug scene and gangs (which are the primary sources of gun violence). It helps to live with a father (male figure that you look up to, respect and want to make proud, and who is not afraid to show you some tough love when needed, that you will be thankful for later on in life) so I understand why she as a single mother, would want to move away from that risk.
Once you’ve found your niche, everything falls into place naturally for you. You don’t need to try as hard because you have a natural affinity to learn. And if you feel complete where you are, then you know this is your home.Also I think it’s a good thing to give your children the opportunity for dual citizenship. Great move Olivia.
Single parent from Georgia. I recently bought a home in Sicily and am working on my visa so will be moving soon. My son is 14 though he has spent so much time there and loves it. Excited to be there. Such an amazing lifestyle
Sicily is a marvel. Congrats and best wishes.
That's amazing to hear, have a great adventure 😊🙏❤🌏
I too am Southern, single parent, living in GA. IMAGINE THAT! I am also called, have been called, since all my life, to live in Italy and it's time. I pray you receive this, respond, and connect. So far... many IMAGINE THAT'S!
Good luck and many blessings-shoot for the moon!! 🌙🌝
I’m just coming across this CZcams video now and saw your comment ! How was the move? Was the transition well for your son? I live in Nj and I’m thinking of moving to Italian as well and I have a 9 year old son.
What a wonderful conversation. So much wisdom. You still incorporated your Italian wonderful scenery in it.
Cheers for a lasting friendship.
Olivia is a delightful person. I identify with her spirit of adventure. In fact I share a lot with her in many ways. I was a single parent to one son. He was a baby when my marriage ended. I lived in New York City but I never remarried. When I was 62 I just decided to move to Italy as I knew I loved all things Italian. My son, then in his 20s, came with me. He loved Florence and other places in Italy but wasn't happy to go back to the US alone. However, that same year he met his now wife, a lovely young woman. I have 3 grandchildren now and although going to the US gets harder every year, I am still doing that. I totally relate to what you said Kylie about the freedom of the wee hours of night and the ease of being there. I often stay up until 3am or even until dawn. I always say that when everyone is asleep and I can think haha. One of the blessings of living alone. I am however 73 now. In my opinion, having an adventurous spirit and a love of Italy is an ageless thing. Thank you Kylie for this encouraging video.
Amen to that: "Angels can fly because they take themselves lightly." I think after watching and listening to this awe inspiring chat, how you two beautiful angels have taken flight, many will take courage and start exercising their wings. I work with small children and love to have them observe in the butterfly season how the butterfly comes out of it's cocoon. It's a slow process and I imagine quite a struggle for the butterfly, it's also very vulnerable as it goes through this process. Once it's out, having shed that restricting layer, it then needs to sit for a time exercising and strengthening it's wings for flight. The process can not be rushed, it has to go step by step, but once completed it is now ready with the freedom to fly. As you both shared I felt your lives with the processes and the struggles you have gone through reminded me so much of the butterfly. We will never be totally free of life's struggles but with wings as strong as yours I know you will continue to enjoy the flight of life. P.s you make good flying instructors. Christine Auckland N.Z
Wow! This is beautiful
An incredible conversation! Olivia is a dear friend of mine and Kylie truly captured her essence in these 50 minutes. Like Kylie, O is an inspiration for many! ❤️
Inspiring, I watched this as a single mother of one who wants to move to Italy, it has given me courage. A pleasure to listen to two beautiful & articulate women, thank you.
WOW This was so inspiring ,two beautifully intelligent women engaged in a conversation about so many relatable and inspiring moments in their lives , I loved listening to the parallel moments and made me realize how each of us are so unique and yet so similar when it comes to difficult decisions . Well done thank you for sharing so much of your personal journey in such an inspiring way I feel more connected to the idea that we really can overcome and flourish if we set out minds to whatever our heart desires in life.
Thank you Jane. What a beautiful response. 🥰
@@KylieFlavell Thank you for your incredible work that clearly reaches far and wide
Kylie, you are a fantastic interviewer. Thank you for not interrupting and letting her tell her story. Both of you are amazing women! I love every video of yours that I've seen. Thank you ~
I Love this,God answers prayers in so many unique and magical avenues ,always be open to receiving the wisdom.
Amen!
🙌🏾amen
It is so refreshing to see a mom in today's day raising her children like we raised our 27 year old son. Keep going strong and do want you feel is the correct path for you and your children and you will see amazing children grow into amazing adults. It is the best satisfaction a mom can feel. God bless you all!!!!
"Angels can fly because they take themselves lightly." - Olivia. I LOOOOOVE this, I think I am going to write down this quote, make a picture of it and frame it!
I love, love, love this video. A beautiful, loving, intelligent and fun conversation between two brave, amazing, inspiring women. Kylie, thank you so much for sharing your new friend Olivia with us.
One more comment...I wish I could talk to Olivia. I bet we could chat for days. What a beautiful soul. When I clicked on this video, I never imagined it would leave such an impression on me. Yippy!
Ok, if you don't have coffee every week with Olivia and capture it, I will be disappointed! Oh my goodness, she is lovely and open! Olivia, I'm coming to Italy to have a cup of coffee with you someday!
I have been living in northern Italy for almost 8 year. Mamamia you are putting words on the smiles that I have every day.
Two beautiful souls talking about how to find lightness and beauty in life ××
Wow, Olivia- what a woman! She has my admiration and I would love to hear more from her. Thank you. Kylie.
Olivia is my new favourite person. She would be an amazing writer. She is so wise and eloquent.
I wholeheartedly agree!
I know this video is inspirational and to follow your heart, but I just can't get past...how is she affording all this?! When I got divorced with two children, I wanted so bad to move away, to start a new life, but I had no money, so I had to stay.
My question too. Please let us know.
Olivia needs her own channel
I absolutely love art, Italy and beautiful people. Thank you for bringing this amazing lady into our lives Kylie. Grazie e buon fine settimana bella❤❤
She is amazing, isn’t she?! Thank you for watching, Shelly. 🥰
@@KylieFlavell Yes she is, I can't wait to learn more about her. You are both extremely inspirational, I don't have the words to explain it more than to say I wish you all much more love, health, happiness and success. Cin cin🍾🥂
@@shellywilks883 thank you so much! 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Olvia is showing me that i can do it too.. Amazing conversation Kylie.. listeing to the her story, it's like the law of atraction.. she started watching your videos and now you guys met.. it's beautiful.. much respect for Olivia.. moving with two kids...
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What a beautiful soul, this is so inspiring. I totally feel her about NL, I am born and raised there and felt the same way, so I decided to move to Spain and I felt immediatly at home, exactly what my soul needs at the moment. Thanks for sharing ❤
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I really resonate with your words. I am also born and raised in the Netherlands and thinkings about moving, because I have winter depression every year. What was it that made you feel so at home in Spain? I'm still finding out which country in Europe I will feel most at home at.
@@karenkoopmans247 bedankt voor je berichtje, kwaliteit van het leven is hier beter, het weer speelt een belangrijke rol voor mij. Ik had ook erg last van winterdepressie in NL. In spanje schijnt de zon zelfs in winter, het regent niet zo vaak, omgeving en natuur is anders, stranden zijn mooi. De mensen zijn hier ook warm en open, meer familie, collectief georienteerd.
I feel same about Belgium…
What wise words from Olivia, her perspective on not taking things personally and the lens that she sees life through is so refreshing. Lovely interview.
So interesting to meet Olivia! I lived in Florence and Scandinavia in my younger years as a single ( working) woman. How lucky Olivia’s children are to experience different cultures. But, most importantly Olivia went where she feels happy and can live her dreams. And that is the greatest gift to give your kids, a happy Mom. Life is short and there is beauty to be found in all countries. Wherever that is for you- go there.
Exactly Francesca!!!
Olivia is a Gem! An amazing woman and mother. This was a great video Kylie! Wonderful perspective
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Wow this woman is giving her kids such an amazing childhood.
what a lovely video Kylie and Olivia! I resonate with so many of these comments. I left the UK in 2005 and have been solo traveling non stop 16 years, just me and my suitcase. I believe many many people will start living this kind of life now. THANK YOU for such incredible videos Kylie. Highlight of my day.
As a mother of 2 small kids, transferring from LA to Padova during the pandemic, I can relate to this on so many levels! Thank you for sharing your experience ♥️
The insinuation that having twins teaches you that you don’t know everything is false. One child does an excellent job of teaching every parent this life lesson.
I enjoyed this so much, I can't even express how much this moved me on a multitude of topics! Such a smart conversation about the experience of life and living it. Thank you!
This interview has made me feel decades younger, for I want to fly like an angel! Nothing is worth weighing me down if I truly want to live! Thank you Olivia and Kylie.
Kylie, you’ve done such a beautiful job to bring the essence of Olivia’s present experience to share. The visual touches and the texture of her voice, the authenticity of your conversation has left me inspired. It reminded me how I felt being in Florence. I am looking forward to also following her content.
Here and there I came here to rewatch this, ugh I wish Olivia had her own channel 😭
I think Olivia is so down to Earth and such integrity just like Kylie! I agreed with everything that she said and she is very open minded! I think she is brave and strong and she will succeed for sure in giving her boys a full and exciting life! I moved as a single mum to a small mediterranean Island when my son was 6 and I managed to establish myself and give my son a safer environment to grow up in! It is daunting at first but Olivia was spot on, you keep in mind why you are making the move and what your goals are and you literally create your reality like that! Now my son is expecting his first baby! Wishing you a wonderful life Olivia and the fact that you have met Kylie after watching all her videos is perfect!
I had a frightfully, bad day today and after watching these two lovely ladies, expressing themselves as real human beings should be, I feel so much better. Thank you for sharing this video. It really lifted my spirits.
What a wonderful conversation! Olivia seems like such a beautiful person, I can imagine how easy it would be to talk with her for hours! ❤
It’s her mindset. The strength of it. She can accomplish anything. Thank you for introducing us to this extraordinary woman.
What a complete pleasure! Thank you for sharing Olivia with us!!
Loved it!! What a wonderful interview!! I’m sure whoever this amazing young mother’s mother is she is beaming with joy right now!! ❤️❤️❤️
Yes, she should be very proud. 😊
Thank you for sharing. I love Olivia's spirit of adventure. We must always challenge ourselves to live our best life! Kylie you inspire me to do so everyday!
Olivia is truly a citizen of the world who has become quite experienced in seeing the good and the beauty in people by being brave enough to reach out and to interact. Taking her twins on a Grand Tour of Italy is inspiring and courageous for they will be exposed to new challenges helping them to evolve into more inclusive men who one day might help to protect creativity in others like their mother has done. 👏🏻🥇
Kylie and Olivia, this was absolutely fantastic to watch! I am also a mom of twins and we’ve been toying with the idea of moving to Italy for a while now. It was wonderful to hear a parent’s perspective. Olivia, you are an incredible Mama! Your boys are very lucky. Hello from Vermont ❤️
Loved this chat. So inspiring. Thank you for sharing xx
I loved this so much, I have happy tears. I enjoyed hearing about Olivia's experience of travel, moving a lot, life' ups and downs and looking at events through different lenses as it resonated with me as a single mum who has had to move a lot with work. I have had similar mental health issues from harassment and bullying as a teacher of children with disabilities. She is right, life's unpredictable, do what you want or take small steps to get there. This has inspired me to travel and get back into photography.
Jeez, this keeps me going❣️ I’m struggling a bit with the whole transformative process at the moment, having moved to Rome about a year ago, following my own dream, my hearts calling, after given up a foreseeable future. No one said it’ll be easy, but I’ll be worth it in the end💗. You gotta be ok with being uncomfortable for some time. Very inspiring talk by fellow dreamers/achievers. Much love from Rome✨
I was glued to my screen and hanging off every word. I even rewound the interview to make sure I caught what you both were saying! Love you both and so happy to see such a beautiful friendship 💞
So encouraging to see life in different ways, very interesting to listen both of you about your experiences around the world. 💯👏
Thank you Nahla! 😘😘😘
This conversation resonates with me.
What wise and inspiring women you both are. Thank you so much for sharing, Kylie and Olivia!
I needed this today. Thank you Kylie, so much for making such wonderful content. What lovely women!
What a lovely woman Olivia is! Inspiring and full of joy 😊
Love it! Thank you, it’s so inspirational in so many ways... individuals, community, family, travel, culture, respect and fashion- it has all!
"Angels can fly because they take themselves lightly" 💎 So true. Don't take yourself too seriously.
What a Brave Lady., God will Bless her many times over!
Great conversation, Kylie! 🥰🇿🇦💕
Beautiful from the beginning til the I don't want it to end..may God Bless you all
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I love Olivia and her journey. Thanks for sharing such an inspiration for me.
Thank you, Kylie for a wonderful and inspiring video. Beautiful, courageous women! Thank you Olivia for sharing your experiences!
Thank you 🙏
Your life is just getting so fascinating, I’m so glad you have a friend to share the same experiences as yourself. I hope to one day be in Italy, before I get to old.
Thank you Kylie for these amazing videos every time.
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This conversation has moved me and motivated me on so many levels.. I greatly appreciate the both of you and I would love to follow along Olivias journey! Thank you Kylie
Two beautiful ladies and a great conversation ❤
Thank you Kylie 😊
Such lovely perspectives shared here, really a breath of fresh air and so inspiring,
thank you!
Kylie. What a wonderful video, and what an amazing person Olivia is.... Couldn't stop grinning while watching... The highlight of the day...x
Beautiful interview for two amazing and strong woman. Congratulations for all your achievements.
I'm so glad to have you here
I really enjoyed that chat.. she's an inspiration... thank you Olivia.. ✨🌸💜
I just loved this episode, Kylie !! Olivia is as inspiring and brave as you and it was a delight to listen to both of you ! Thanks a million, Kylie and Olivia !
What a beautiful adventure. My sincere prayers that it is a happy and life affirming one.
So kind of you, Tom.
Wow! What a beautiful light Olivia is! Thanks for introducing us, it was a joy to experience her!
This video is everything. Thank you for the joy I feel watching it.
Thank you for this wonderful interview, just fascinating! I really resonate with the perspectives & thoughts in this interview (it occurred to me that you hardly ever hear these kind of thoughts being discussed in programmes/documentaries on mainstream TV and so on) Thank goodness for your channel. I also just watched your video on introverts - all of it SO TRUE!! it’s amazing to hear someone expressing the same things as how I’ve always experienced the world, especially the aversion to ‘small talk’ & being drained if we have to spend too much time in company and can’t get time to be alone and re-set. People in general really do underestimate the quiet ones (and worse than that can often mock them or look down on them)they have no idea how powerful the quiet ones are. Our connection to nature and our spiritual side is very deep and gives a whole other layer of meaning to life and the way we ‘feel’ the beauty of everything in the universe.
A very interesting Interview between 2 intelligent, inspirational and above all brave women. Thank you Kylie and Olivia.
Olivia is such a beautiful and inspirational lady, those two boys are so lucky to have her as their Mother. Thank you for sharing her story 💐🥰
This was such an incredible and encouraging interview! Thank you Olivia for sharing your story, and thank you Kylie for putting this together so beautifully! ❤️I always love and appreciate your content, Kylie! 💕
Thank you sweet Charisse ♥️
I love watching your story, so relatable and watching as a mother of two boys and in the search of moving from the states to Italy, I’m immensely inspired! Thank you so very much for sharing ❤
Loved this video! 'Angels can fly 'cause they take themselves lightly.' Olivia, you're fabulous and inspriing.
Kylie thank you so much for this beautiful vlog and Olivia is so inspiring. What courageous women you both are to women around the world.
Have a lovely weekend. ❤️❤️🙏🥰💐⭐️
You’re so sweet. Thank you. 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for sharing, I thoroughly enjoyed listening to both of you . Volumes of wisdom spoken here.
Thank you so much for this! She was wonderful!!
I love how slow and thoughtful your content is. I think creators are often pressured to churn out a high concentration videos, on a timeline, leaving no room for nuanced conversations such as this.
Thank you so much Kylie and Olivia. What good fortune that you met, twice, leading to this delightful, uplifting video. You are both very special people.
Thank you for this awesome video. I thoroughly enjoyed this❤
“Angels can fly because they take themselves lightly” I think that is one of the best things I have ever heard! Life was so crazy these last two months I’m just catching up on all your videos, and this was so fun and inspiring, you are both amazing people! Olivia, she is incredible for sure!
This was fantabulously amazing. Thanks for sharing this interview/encouragement!!!
Thank you both. You are both life affirming and delightful.
SUBBED. LOVED THIS. My Husband and I moved our family with two children to Egypt, then Spain and lastly, three years in France. The best most amazingly, FANTASTICAL decision that we have ever made. We are back in Hamptons New York now. Our children speak French and they are years above their peers in taking chances and seizing the day. Thank you for this. You both are lovely.
Wow - that was so so lovely to watch. So very inspiring. Thank you
This is so wonderful Kylie, please interview more wonderful inspiring people, awesome to see we are free to be us no matter what is going on in some realities, there is a reality that people are enjoying their 'freedom of being'!
This conversation was so inspiring and brought me so much joy. Thank you 🤍
Thank you Kylie for this fantastic video...Olivia is a beautiful Inspirational Soul, such an uplifting and positive woman. 🥰