Body Positivity and Healthy Living: The Gen Z Way!

Hi Femme's!

Lately, your feed is probably filled with aesthetic content on TikTok or Instagram Reels: minimalist beige bedrooms, effortlessly gorgeous girls waking up early, journaling to soft indie music, doing light morning workouts, and whipping up beautifully plated but still healthy breakfasts. And if you’ve ever thought “I wanna be part of that world,” well... this is your sign!

I totally get it. Trying to eat clean, stay stylish, keep your mental peace, and follow the latest trends? That’s a lot. But welcome to the era of Clean Living and Protein Chic—the signature lifestyle of the That Girl trend that’s been going viral everywhere. 

These two concepts aren’t just about eating habits or social media trends they’ve become a modern femininity manifesto—a lifestyle that honors yourself through cleaner choices, creating a daily routine that’s healthy, balanced, smart, and... still stylish without sacrificing your fun and vibrant life.

Let’s Talk About Clean Living

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So, what exactly is Clean Living?

No, it’s not about obsessively being healthy, drinking green juice 24/7, or pretending to love kale smoothies. Clean Living is all about conscious choices—choosing what nourishes your body and uplifts your mood, without stripping away the fun. Clean living is about choosing what’s good for your body and mind without losing the joy of life. It’s everything from minimally processed food, skin care that’s kinder to your skin, to how you manage your rest and protect your mood. Simple? Yes. But powerful. And ofc.. you can still look on point every day!

Clean living is like upgrading your life into the “soft glam” version of yourself. Not extreme, not complicated, but full of awareness and self-love. You’re probably familiar with the girl aesthetic trend, right? Where healthy living is wrapped in visuals that are calming and chic. That’s the essence of clean living—merging outer and inner beauty. This some activities that you can try:

• ✍️ Morning journaling as your daily dose of mindfulness

• 💆‍♀️ Using skin care with clean, cruelty-free ingredients

• 🌼 Sipping lemon water or infused water instead of your third cup of coffee

• 🌸 Taking a “hot girl walk” while listening to a feel good podcast

• 🧘‍♀️ 10-minute stretches with a calming playlist you love

• ✨ Adopting a “less is more” mindset, in style and in attitude

Clean Living isn’t about strict rules. It’s about loving yourself enough to choose better through conscious choices. It’s about becoming slightly better every day, not just physically healthier, but also mentally calmer and having a well organized (but still fun) life—in a realistic and non-complicated way.

Now, Enter to Protein Chic

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If you’re chronically online like the rest of us, you’ve definitely seen it—those dreamy “cottage cheese toasts,” vibrant high-protein yogurt bowls, or artsy smoothies sprinkled with collagen powder. Welcome to the world of Protein Chic—where nutrition meets style, and your plate becomes part of your aesthetic. Imagine: a pastel-purple smoothie bowl topped with golden granola and juicy tropical fruits. Gorgeous? Absolutely. Nutritious? Yes, Ma'am.

Protein Chic is the elevated way to enjoy high-protein meals that aren’t just good for your body, but also totally Instagram-worthy.  Not only are they good for your body, but also for your mood, skin, and energy levels throughout the day. So yes—you can glow and feel good at the same time. This trend is perfect if you want to be healthy without being boring.

Here’s Protein Chic ideas you can try (and maybe post to your IG Story!):

• Overnight oats with chia seeds, peach slices, and edible flowers

• ¾ soft-boiled egg on multigrain toast with avocado and chili flakes

• Icelandic skyr + almond butter + dragon fruit for a creamy treat

• Miso lemon tofu salad with edamame and crisp greens

• Grilled chicken bowl with roasted veggies, avocado, and a homemade sauce

Protein Chic is more than a diet, it’s a vibe. More than just filling, protein chic is part of a lifestyle that understands food as part of aesthetic living—where nutrition meets visual appeal, and deliciousness blends with wellness. This trend is also popular because it helps maintain muscle mass, keeps you full longer (goodbye cravings!), and keeps your skin and hair glowing. It’s nutrition, but make it fashion. Healthy living now comes in a much more fashionable and Instagram-worthy package!

Let's Wrap it Up! The Art of Living Well...

In this hectic world, the clean & chic lifestyle is a phase that brings us back to the essentials. To reconnect with what truly matters. And here’s what I love most about Clean Living and Protein Chic: they don’t try too hard. They’re soft. Subtle. Effortless but impactful. You can still rock your favorite cotton shirt to campus, carrying your homemade chicken salad in a cute lunchbox, knowing that taking care of yourself is about so much more than looks—it’s about quality of life.

This is the art of living well—where beauty isn’t just something you see, but something you feel.

What I’ve learned? Clean Living isn’t about perfection or being the girl who does yoga in a matching set every morning. It’s about tuning in to your body, respecting your space, and creating a lifestyle you genuinely enjoy. Sometimes we still eat donuts. Sometimes we lay in bed all day. And guess what? That’s okay. It’s called being human. That’s totally okay! it’s called the process. But we commit to always coming back to the best version of ourselves—lighter, more balanced, more mindful.

Clean living and protein chic also go perfectly with the slow living and low dopamine lifestyle trends—two more ways of living that are gaining popularity on social media like TikTok, YouTube, and Pinterest. I feel like it would be super fun to explore and talk more about these topics. Or maybe some of you already live this lifestyle? Please share your knowledge and experiences—I’d love to read all about it!

Maybe you’ve already started living this way? If you have tips or stories to share, please do! I’d absolutely love to hear your journey. 💬