While many Sundays have become a day to catch up on everything they’ve missed, such as cleaning, shopping and other errands, in France this day has a special status. There, Sunday is a real holiday of fun and self-care, when almost the entire country is closed and there is no room for multitasking. For French women, this is a time to slow down and allow yourself to just enjoy simple pleasures.
Parisian Nicole Mathai tells The Everygirl that a Sunday in France is not planned in advance but lives by its own laws. “Sundays are always unplanned. There’s no pressure to be productive when everything is closed, it’s liberating,” she shares. Cecilia Jourdan, creator of the Hello French community, emphasizes that closing restaurants and shops on Sundays is a conscious choice that reflects the national attitude towards work and leisure. For the French, it is important not to be constantly busy, but to live well in harmony with oneself.
Caring for yourself in France is less about cosmetic procedures and more about true restoration and pleasure. Nicole says she and her fiancee love spending Sundays cooking together using market-fresh ingredients, as it’s their way of relaxing and having fun. The rest of the time you can read a book, take a nap, or meet up with friends; It’s the little pleasures that make the rest truly worthwhile.
The heart of the French Market is the ability to walk slowly, that is, to fly, without a specific goal, just enjoying the moment. Cecilia says she likes to start the day with coffee and tartine, then take a leisurely stroll around Paris, standing on the grass in the park or spending time in a cozy cafe.
According to French women, “French Market” is a mood that can be adopted everywhere. The important thing is to allow yourself to be spontaneous, give up plans and digital devices, and make time for delicious meals and leisurely walks. The most important thing is not to justify your need for rest, but to perceive it as an integral part of life.
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Source: People Talk
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