Let’s be honest—this “soft life” thing isn’t just a buzzword for me. It’s a mindset shift, a lifestyle, and most importantly, a decision I’ve consciously made for myself. For years, I thought struggle was the only way to earn success. Hustle culture made it seem like if you weren’t burnt out, you weren’t doing enough. But I’ve come to realize: peace is also productive. And that’s where the soft life begins.
Living the soft life doesn’t mean I’m lazy or unambitious. In fact, I work hard—but I also rest well. I’ve simply chosen to let ease, joy, and intention lead the way. No more glorifying stress. No more accepting chaos as normal. I now measure success not just by how much I achieve, but by how good I feel while achieving it.
The soft life is about creating balance, setting boundaries, and choosing peace without guilt. It’s about saying no to things that drain me and yes to things that align with my values. I protect my energy fiercely now, because I’ve learned that not every opportunity is for me, and not every connection is worth my time.
It’s also financial freedom, even in small ways. Whether it’s choosing work that pays me well without draining me, or treating myself without feeling guilty, I’m learning to enjoy the fruits of my labor. I no longer wait for a “special moment” to enjoy life. I make regular days feel special. That might look like a solo lunch at a nice spot, booking that massage, or even just unplugging for the weekend without explaining myself to anyone.
Emotionally, living the soft life has been healing. I’m learning to feel without shame. I’m learning that softness isn’t weakness, it’s strength. Being kind, calm, and caring in a world that constantly pushes us to be hard and competitive? That’s powerful.
And let’s not ignore the spiritual side. Living the soft life also means I trust God more and stress less. I believe that what's meant for me won’t miss me. I rest in that. I don’t always have the answers, but I’m learning to flow instead of force.
In my country Nigeria, living a soft life is a privilege to many people, the economy and condition of the country has killed so many peoples right to soft life, they count themselves extremely lucky to be living or treated like a king/queen.
If you’ve been thinking about stepping into your soft era, this is your sign. You don’t need permission. Ease is not a luxury, it’s your birthright. Start small. Prioritize joy. Set boundaries. Rest. Heal. Choose peace, every single time.
I’m not just chasing goals anymore. I’m chasing peace, fulfillment, and freedom, and let me tell you, this is the glow-up.
