Work can be a lot. Emails that won’t stop, back-to-back meetings, chatty coworkers when you’re on edge, and a to-do list that keeps growing even after 5pm. But in the middle of all that chaos, there are small, beautiful things that make the day feel a little lighter.
If you’re a 9–5 girl, here’s a survival kit that won’t magically clear your inbox, but will help you feel more in control, grounded, and a little bit softer through the madness.
- Your Go-To Work Bag
Not the cute bag that barely fits your lip balm, we’re talking your real one. The one that fits your water bottle, charger, notebook, and snacks. She’s reliable. She’s organized. She’s giving “I’ve got my life together” even when you don’t. - A Feel-Good Playlist
There’s a difference between surviving the day and strutting through it. Whether it’s gospel or Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, a curated playlist is pure mood management. Add headphones. Instant atmosphere. - A Signature Scent
Spritz something that makes you feel expensive, even if your bank account says otherwise. Smelling good = feeling good. It’s science. - Lip Gloss, Edge Control & Hand Cream We call these the “3 Holy Girls.” They come out after lunch, before a meeting, or when you just need to remind yourself that yes, you are still that girl even under fluorescent lighting.
- A Sanity-Saving App
Whether it’s a note app for brain dumps, a finance tracker, or a daily devotional notification, tech can bless you. Use your phone to help, not just distract - The Little Snack Drawer
Biscuits, chocolates, chewing gum, or a small stash of chin-chin because being “hangry” in a meeting never ends well. Feed your soul and your stomach. - A Daily Reset Ritual
It could be your 10-minute morning coffee routine, a lunchtime walk, or listening to a podcast on your commute home. Build a rhythm that reminds you: you are more than your job, and rest is part of the work.
As we return to work after Workers’ Day, this is your reminder that you deserve ease, even in the middle of responsibility. You’re not just clocking in, you’re showing up, holding space, building something. So yes, get the lip gloss and the playlist. Romanticize the emails. Wear your scent with purpose. You’re doing great.
