The 'soft life' trend, emerging prominently on TikTok and influenced by Nigerian culture, contrasts sharply with previous hustle-focused mentalities. It emphasizes personal well-being over career achievements, encouraging activities that enhance joy and relaxation, such as lazy dinners and quiet walks. Salina Grilli, a therapist specializing in motherhood, highlights that this trend reflects a deeper need among mothers facing societal pressures. It's not just about aesthetics on social media; it's a necessary push against the overstimulating environment that often forces parents, especially mothers, to juggle multiple roles without adequate self-care.
"The 'soft life' trend is a reflection of something many mothers are craving and desperately need in an incredibly overstimulating world."
"It's a powerful counter-narrative to the burnout-inducing, hustle culture where children are over-scheduled and not given enough space for exploration and simple, open play."
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