5 Netflix Shows For Your Next Self-Care Session
Yes Netflix, we are still watching. Here at The Glow Feature, binging shows on Netflix about female empowerment and new perspectives is a form of self-care because it allows us to re-evaluate and feel inspired. We are here for that laugh-out-loud moment or that “OMG” gasp with our collection of shows to deliver you the ultimate feelings of relaxation and confidence (in no particular order):
1. Sweet Magnolias
Based on the books by Sherryl Woods, this show is exactly as it’s called: sweet. It follows three childhood best friends as they navigate their adult lives in their small hometown, Serenity. We love this show because it’s filled with female empowerment, as all three main characters are career women and business owners of a wellness spa. If you’re a sucker for romance and secrets, be prepared for lots of brownies and margaritas!
2. The Great British Baking Show
Like Lara Jean Covey, we have all stress baked at some point and poured (literally) our emotions into scrumptious baked goods. If you’re in the mood for a “pensive bake” without the mess and dishes, GBBS is the ultimate delight. Thirteen amateur bakers face off in a series of themed baking challenges, while we hear hilarious comments from comedian hosts, Sue Perkins and Mel Giedroyc. We love this show for its real bakers who range in age, profession and skill level yet share the same feelings of passion and panic.
3. Nadiya’s Time to Eat
If you’ve become a self-proclaimed food connoisseur during quarantine, Nadiya comes to your screen right on time with her intricate-dishes-made-easy-and-fast style. She speaks our cooking language of “delicious with zero hassle” and de-stigmatizes canned goods to bring us innovative and efficient dishes. Most of the ingredients she uses are those lying around our kitchen and we especially love her informative tours to various factories (hey, baked beans). Word of caution: your mouth will be watering uncontrollably!
4. Skin Decision
Dr. Sheila Nazarian and Nurse Jamie Sherrill team up to satisfy our curiosities about the debate between surgery versus topical procedures. The plastic surgeon and esthetician are the definition of expertise and sophistication as they tackle their clients’ various issues with their skin and appearance. The best part about this show is experiencing the “before & afters” on our TVs and not just our Instagrams. Each client’s story for wanting a change is incredible and raw. Be ready for some tears followed by cheering and applause!
5. The Baby-Sitters Club
Think major throwback in all ways: the books, tween adventures and summer camp. Set in suburban Stoneybrook, seventh-grade besties defy the odds to become entrepreneurs with their babysitting business. It’s not just a series for the younger audience but full-hearted enough to please all ages, like us – we all have that one friend who reminds us of a hilariously morbid little girl with ghost gerbil stories. If you’re looking for nostalgia and girl-boss vibes, grab a friend and tune in!