About Me — Marcella Bonicelli

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Hello all, my name is Marcella and I am quite new to writing — always loved it but never followed it, until recently.

I am originally from San Paolo, Brazil where I spent most of my life until one day I've decided to walk the Camino de Santiago de Compostela and my whole life changed from that point on. I left my city and decided to travel around a bit, US, Europe and a new 1200 Km pilgrimage in Japan, exploring the world. However what I later discovered was that in fact I was exploring myself. I also dove deep into spiritually, trying to find answers until I realized that it all lies inside me, as cliche as it may sound — but it is real, even if we forget that. Well, in my search for answers I went down different paths, studying psychoanalysis, astrology, reiki, and systemic constellations to finally land on A Course in Miracles, which I've became an avid student, since it has helped me, from day one, to slowly clear my vision and go within, finding a sense of peace I had long lost.

I am now living in Bologna, Italy with my partner — we met when both were volunteering for the Camino — and our puppy Joey, a mix breed we've adopted from Sicily.

I have switched lifestyles and careers completely (but I have to confess it wan't easy or smooth as it may sound, and that's also the beauty of the journey, seeing yourself healing, evolving and…