Some weeks ago, my sister sent me a meme that listed all the things we’re supposedly meant to achieve on any given day, written in a stream-of-consciousness-style text. The list ranged from drinking enough water to running a successful side hustle while working a nine-to-five job (which in itself feels impossible). It also mentioned a five-step skincare routine, regular yoga and cardio, eating balanced homecooked meals, making time for loved ones, healing our emotional and spiritual wounds, spending time in nature and embracing our purpose in life.
I laughed because it’s so relatable. I want to be able to do all these things, but in what 100-hour day dimension I’m supposed to achieve them eludes me to no end. When did the list of happy-human requirements get so long?
Due to social media, we’re bombarded with messaging about what we “should” be doing to lead a fulfilled life, how we should be meeting our needs and what success