At 49, I quit my lucrative tech job in Texas for a quieter, happier life in Tuscany. I lost 42 pounds in the process.

Angie Smith left the rat race in Texas for Tuscany in the fall of 2023.

Courtesy of Angie Smith

• Angie Smith felt trapped in her corporate tech job. Her stress levels and overall health suffered.
• In January 2023, she decided to leave her well-paid position in Texas and move to Italy that fall.
• The 52-year-old enjoys a quieter life, runs retreats for women, and has gone down two dress sizes.

This interview is based on a conversation with Angie Smith, 52, a real...