Mariana D’Amico spends time at Sant’Anna Monastery

Television personality and real estate agent Mariana D’Amico recently spent three days at the Sant’Anna Monastery in Bastia Umbra, following the Benedictine rule of 'ora et labora'. The experience was part of the Real Time program 'Un vip in convento', where celebrities attempt a contemplative lifestyle.

D’Amico participated in the monastic routine, which included waking at dawn, prayer, cooking, and gardening. She reported experiencing significant emotional challenges, specifically describing a sense of panic when she had to surrender her mobile phone and lose the ability to control her daily affairs.

Despite the initial disorientation and the difficulty of adjusting to the rigid schedule, D’Amico stated the experience allowed her to reflect on her identity beyond her professional life and motherhood. She noted that the stay helped her move away from the constant pressure to meet every expectation.