Amanda Seyfried’s Countryside Oasis: How the Hollywood Star Found Balance in Farm Life.
In a world where celebrity lifestyles often revolve around the glitz and glamour of the entertainment industry, actress Amanda Seyfried has carved out a refreshingly different path for herself.
Years ago, the Mamma Mia! star made the bold decision to leave the hustle and bustle of Hollywood behind, opting instead for a tranquil farm life in Upstate New York.
Speaking to Forbes, Seyfried openly shared the perks of maintaining a dual existence – one rooted in the city and the other firmly planted in the countryside. “I moved upstate long before I had a family. Staying here was the best decision for privacy, peace and nature. It offers a more balanced life than the city does,” she explained.
The actress emphasized that this move was “essential” for her mental health, allowing her to better “acclimate to the faster lifestyle of the city, the high-energy of press events and life on-set.”
Despite her affinity for the rural lifestyle, Seyfried hasn’t abandoned her passion for acting. In fact, she describes her city trips as “fun getaways,” knowing that she can retreat to her tranquil farm the next day, where she’ll be “even happier in [her] boots in the mud feeding the animals.”
The actress acknowledged that there was a “learning curve” in adapting to the farm life, but the experience has ultimately been the most “exhilarating” and has given her a profound sense of purpose.
Seyfried’s ability to seamlessly balance the demands of her Hollywood career with the restorative power of her countryside sanctuary serves as an inspiration to those seeking a more grounded and fulfilling existence.
