So, I started looking into this whole ‘femenino’ idea not long ago. Things felt… off. Like I was just running around, trying to keep all the plates spinning – work, home, trying to have some kind of personal life. It was exhausting, honestly.
First thing I did was just stop. Literally. I sat down and thought, what does this even mean for me? It’s not about wearing dresses or whatever, it felt deeper than that. More about finding some kind of balance, I guess. Trying to not just push through everything all the time.
Trying Things Out
I decided to actually try some stuff. Wasn’t sure where to start, so I picked small things.
- Taking breaks: Like, real breaks. Not just switching from work email to personal email. Stepping outside for five minutes.
- Saying ‘no’: This was hard. Felt guilty at first, but saying no to extra stuff I couldn’t handle freed up some space.
- Connecting: Made an effort to actually talk to friends, not just message. Have a proper chat, you know?
It felt weird initially. Like I was being lazy or unproductive. But then I noticed I wasn’t snapping as much. Had a bit more patience.
It’s Not Always Smooth
Look, it wasn’t like flipping a switch and suddenly everything was perfect. That’s not real life. Some days I completely forgot, got sucked back into the rush. Work still piled up. House still got messy. There were days I felt like I failed at trying to be more ‘balanced’.
You see all this stuff online about wellness and self-care, making it sound so easy. Just do yoga and drink green juice! But it’s messier than that. It’s about carving out moments where you can, making choices that feel right for you, not what someone else says you should do. It’s about honouring where you’re actually at, body and mind.
Where I’m At Now
So yeah, I’m still practicing. It’s an ongoing thing. I try to check in with myself more. Ask myself what I actually need instead of just powering through. Am I tired? Do I need quiet? Do I need to talk to someone?
It’s basically about listening. Listening to my own body, my own limits. Trying to build a life that feels sustainable, not like a constant sprint. It’s helped. I feel a bit more grounded, less like I’m constantly battling against everything. Still figuring it out, but it’s a start.
