International Women’s Day

The Power of Self Care: Celebrating International Women’s Day

Every year on March 8th, the world pauses to recognize and celebrate the achievements, resilience, and strength of women across the globe. International Women’s Day isn’t just about reflection—it’s about action. It’s about lifting each other up, embracing our power, and making space for ourselves in a world that often asks us to shrink. And what better way to honour this day than by prioritizing self care?

At Motherpluckers, we believe self care is more than just a luxury—it’s an act of resistance, a declaration of worth, and a means of empowerment. And we know firsthand how confidence and self care go hand in hand. So, in honour of International Women’s Day, let’s talk about self care as a radical, necessary practice and how we can integrate it into our daily lives.

Self Care as a Form of Empowerment

Women are often told to give, to nurture, to pour into others. But who pours into us? The concept of self care has evolved beyond the idea of face masks and bubble baths—though those are great too. True self care is about making decisions that affirm our value. It’s about setting boundaries, prioritizing rest, and treating ourselves with the same kindness we extend to others.

At Motherpluckers, we see this transformation every day. When someone walks through our doors, they’re not just getting their brows shaped or their lashes lifted. They’re reclaiming their time. They’re investing in themselves. They’re giving themselves permission to feel good, to look in the mirror and recognize their own beauty, strength, and confidence.

Curating Your Own Self Care Rituals

Not all self care looks the same. The key is to find what fuels you and makes you feel aligned. Here are some ideas to integrate self care into your routine:

• The Power of Ritual: Whether it’s a Sunday night skincare routine, a morning meditation, or a solo coffee date, creating small rituals allows you to carve out time for yourself consistently.
• Movement with Intention: Exercise isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about feeling strong, energized, and connected to your body. Whether it’s a yoga session, a long walk, or dancing around your kitchen, move in ways that feel joyful.
• Beauty as a Celebration, Not a Fix: Beauty treatments aren’t about fixing flaws—they’re about enhancing what makes you feel like you. A fresh set of brows, lifted lashes, or even a simple gloss can be the little boost that reminds you of your power.
• Boundaries as Self Care: Saying no is an underrated form of self care. Protect your energy and only say yes to things that serve you.
• Community & Connection: International Women’s Day is about celebrating each other. Reach out to the women who inspire you. Whether it’s a heartfelt text, a coffee date, or a simple ‘thinking of you’ message, connection is a powerful form of self care.

Confidence is Contagious

At Motherpluckers, we know that beauty is personal. It’s not about trends; it’s about self-expression. The way we present ourselves to the world is an extension of how we feel on the inside. And when we feel good, we carry ourselves differently—we take up space, we speak up, we radiate confidence. And that confidence? It’s contagious. It inspires others to do the same.

This International Women’s Day, let’s commit to celebrating ourselves as much as we celebrate the women around us. Let’s make self care non-negotiable. Let’s lift each other up, support one another, and redefine what it means to take care of ourselves.

So, here’s to us—to the women who keep showing up, who keep growing, and who keep making the world a better place, one act of self care at a time.