“Self-care" has become a diluted term in modern wellness culture, often packaged as a consumer product, spa days, bath bombs, or indulgent treats. Because of this framing, prioritising personal rest often feels selfish, indulgent, or like just another item on an overflowing to-do list.

There is a quiet, unspoken reality that most adults face at some point: making friends as an adult is surprisingly tough. When we are young, friendships happen by default. School, sports, and university provide constant proximity, shared routines, and built-in vulnerability.