Only six weeks into 2025 and speaking with my clients, most ladies have mentioned how they hit the ground running on the first day back at work; that the pressures of work have been relentless and that their December vacation feels like a very distant memory.
Being a frequent flyer for work, I recently paid attention to the air stewardess going through the safety briefing before we took off. The part about putting your mask on was explained and I was suddenly hit with a huge revelation: “Should the air pressure of the cabin decompress, oxygen masks will drop down from above. Attach your mask first, before attending to those who are not able to assist themselves.” We have all heard the saying, ‘You can’t run on an empty tank’ and here was the perfect demonstration that, in life, we need to put more emphasis on prioritising our own wellbeing, or we run the risk of not being fully present for our families, friends and even at work.
For each lady this will look different, but one thing is certain – if you are not intentional about how you will spend your 24 hours every day, life will most certainly make plans on your behalf. Simple things like taking a 10-minute break away from your desk and going for a short walk, even if it’s only in the parking lot, will give your brain the fresh air that it needs. Drinking eight glasses of water a day will keep you from becoming dehydrated, which can cause you to feel sluggish. Taking a five-minute break every hour or so, to do some simple stretches, especially if you’re stuck behind a desk, will work wonders for your posture. Other steps you can take include carving out a morning or afternoon, just for yourself.
Women always feel guilty if they do anything that only they will benefit from – going to the hairdresser, going for a manicure and we see it too, in our consultations, taking an hour out to come and get fitted for a good-fitting bra.
Women are simply not good at putting themselves first, especially when there’s a family demanding their time. However, more often than not, resentment can set in as ladies neglect themselves, affecting their confidence and self-worth. If we had a penny for every time a woman said in her consultation: “This has been so life-changing; I wish I had done this sooner.” When you feel better about yourself, taking care of others becomes easier.
I hope this month of love you’ll find what ‘putting your own mask on first’ looks like – be it taking time out to read a few pages of a book or just going for a walk and rediscovering what truly brings you peace and fills your heart with joy.
PS: Always remember that the Bravacious studio is more than a place for fittings and bra shopping – it’s also a safe space to talk about whatever’s on your heart. Your perfect fit (and a shoulder if you need it) is waiting for you. – Celine x
At Bravacious, we pride ourselves on taking the time to understand our ladies’ needs. Book your personalised fitting with us on 079 799 5838 and have fun (rather than stress) finding your perfect lingerie fit.
