Habits

You might look at this photo and think it’s all about the pose, the
“Instagram moment.” But it’s not.
This was a day full of laughter, trying things out, and having fun, but what it really represents is so much deeper.
There have been times when I haven’t felt great in my own body, mainly because of the menopause.
Motherhood, extreme trauma, running a business, menopause… life has thrown plenty at me. There were days I could have just stayed in bed.
But I kept showing up, in small ways, every day, not perfectly, just showing up.
So yes, it’s a pose. But for me, it’s also proof that resilience, consistency, and daily habits make a real difference, and that choosing myself matters, even when it isn’t easy .
Photo by Louise Body .