You know That Girl.
She wakes up early, journals with a green smoothie in hand, hits the gym before 7, and somehow manages to look flawless and peaceful by 8 a.m.
Her life is organized. Her kitchen is color-coded. Her eyebrows never betray her.
But here’s the thing: in 2025, we’re doing That Girl differently.
We’re trading hustle for harmony.
We’re choosing rest without guilt.
We’re caring for our minds just as much as our bodies.
We’re still building routines—but we’re doing it without burning out or pretending life is an aesthetic.
Being That Girl in 2025 isn’t about becoming someone else.
It’s about becoming more YOU—clearer, softer, stronger, and more in tune with what actually makes you feel alive.
“Don’t set yourself on fire trying to keep others warm.”
Penny Reid
This isn’t a list of perfect habits.
In this post, I’m sharing real-life habits, mindset shifts, and gentle routines you can start using today to feel more grounded, clear, and confident in your everyday life—no pressure, just progress.
Because becoming That Girl in 2025? It’s not about perfection. It’s about showing up for YOURSELF—on your terms.
What It Really Means to Be That Girl in 2025
Let’s be honest: the internet kind of turned That Girl into a walking Pinterest board.
Matching workout sets, 5 a.m. wakeups, skin like glazed doughnuts, a fridge full of green things—and zero room for mess.
But in 2025? We’re over the pressure. That Girl isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being present.
It means:
- Choosing intention over hustle
- Caring for your mind and body—without punishing either
- Creating space to rest, recharge, and still chase what lights you up
- Owning your voice, your boundaries, and your rhythm
You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need an expensive routine or a 14-step morning ritual.
Being That Girl is now about becoming the version of you that feels most aligned, most honest, and most at peace.
Some days that might look like yoga at sunrise. Other days? It’s journaling in bed with a messy bun and a snack you swore you’d stop eating. And both are valid.
Because That Girl in 2025?
She’s soft and strong.
She says no when she needs to.
She romanticizes her life—but not at the expense of her reality.
She’s not an aesthetic. She’s a practice.
How to Become That Girl
You don’t need a total life overhaul to become That Girl.
You just need small, honest shifts—ones that build over time and feel like you.
Here’s how to start:
Start with Your Mindset
Before the morning routine. Before the green juice. Before the cute planner. It starts in your head.
- Let go of the pressure to have it all together. Growth is messy. Healing is non-linear. Repeat that.
- Shift from self-criticism to curiosity. Ask: “What do I need today?” Not: “What’s wrong with me?”
- Practice gratitude—but make it real. Try this: One thing that made you smile today, one thing you’re proud of, one thing you’re still figuring out.
- Affirmations that don’t feel fake. Try “I’m learning to trust myself” or “It’s okay to rest today.”
✨ That Girl in 2025 isn’t hustling to keep up—she’s grounded in who she’s becoming.
Build a Morning Routine That Actually Feels Good
Spoiler alert: You do NOT have to wake up at 5 a.m.
- Wake up at a time that supports your lifestyle. No shame if it’s 8:30 and you’ve hit snooze twice.
- Hydrate and breathe before scrolling. Even 60 seconds of quiet is a win.
- Move gently. A walk, a stretch, dancing in your kitchen—just move your body because you want to.
- Journal or brain dump. Clear your head. No prompts needed—just get it out.
- Set one intention for the day. Not 10 goals. Just one.
✨ It’s not about a perfect morning. It’s about starting your day with presence.
Nourish Your Body—With Kindness
No shame. No guilt. No trends you secretly hate.
- Eat meals that fuel you and bring you joy.
- Say yes to breakfast. Even if it’s just toast with peanut butter and cinnamon.
- Balance matters more than aesthetics. A colorful plate is great, but so is your comfort meal.
- Listen to your hunger—not Instagram. If you’re hungry at 10 p.m.? Eat. That’s honoring your body, not failing a routine.
✨ That Girl in 2025 feeds herself with love—not rules.
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Move Daily—But Listen to Your Body
Yes, That Girl moves her body… but not to punish it. Not to shrink it. Not to chase anyone’s approval.
She moves because it feels good to be alive in her own skin.
- Start small. A 10-minute stretch is still movement. A walk counts. So does dancing in your kitchen while your tea steeps.
- Find what you enjoy. Don’t force yourself into workouts you hate. Pilates, barre, strength training, roller skating—do what makes you feel strong.
- Rest when you need to. Recovery days are just as important.
- Movement is a form of care—not control.
- Track your energy, not your calories. Ask: “Did that make me feel better?” That’s what matters.
✨ That Girl in 2025 doesn’t chase workouts to fix herself—she chooses them to support herself.
Curate Your Space & Personal Style
Your space sets the tone for your day. It doesn’t have to be minimalist or Instagram-worthy—it just has to feel like YOU.
- Tidy up a little each day. Clean space, calmer brain.
- Add cozy things you love. A soft lamp, a candle you adore, a playlist that makes you feel like the main character.
- Wear outfits that match your mood. Not just what’s trending.
- You don’t need a capsule wardrobe—you need clothes that make you feel confident.
- Set the tone with scent, music, light. These small things shift your energy more than you think.
✨ That Girl in 2025 creates beauty and calm where she lives—not just where she posts.
Protect Your Peace
This is the most underrated glow-up of all.
- Say no more often. No is a complete sentence.
- Unfollow anyone who makes you feel “less than.”
- Check in with yourself before saying yes to plans, people, or partnerships.
- Create little rituals that refill your cup. Sunday resets, silent mornings, tech-free nights.
- Rest is productive. Slowness is sacred. Read that again.
✨ That Girl in 2025 isn’t performing. She’s protecting her peace—and it shows.
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Mistakes to Avoid on Your ‘That Girl’ Journey
Even with the best intentions, it’s easy to fall into traps that leave you feeling drained, not empowered.
If you’ve ever started a routine and quit three days later, or compared your messy morning to someone’s filtered one online—you are SO not alone.
Here’s what to watch out for:
❌ Thinking You Have to Do It All, All at Once
You don’t need a 10-step skincare routine, a meal-prepped fridge, and a 5 a.m. gym habit by next Monday.
Start small. Build slow. Pick one thing that feels supportive—not overwhelming.
❌ Copying Someone Else’s Routine Instead of Creating Your Own
What works for the girl on TikTok might make you feel burnt out and disconnected.
Take what inspires you, then make it your own.
You’re not behind—you’re just creating a life that fits.
❌ Prioritizing Aesthetics Over Well-being
Pretty habits don’t matter if they’re draining you.
Sure, it’s nice when your planner looks cute and your smoothie is camera-ready.
But That Girl in 2025? She prioritizes how it feels—not how it looks.
❌ Chasing Perfection Instead of Progress
If you mess up, skip a day, or just feel off? That’s human. That’s life.
You’re still growing—even in the mess.
❌ Using Self-Improvement to Shame Yourself
You are not a project that needs fixing.
You’re a person worth caring for.
Everything on this list is a tool—not a rule.
Remember: the real “That Girl” doesn’t live on your feed. She lives in your mirror—every time you choose to take care of yourself with love, not pressure.
Why It’s About Becoming Your Girl—Not That Girl
Somewhere along the way, That Girl became this almost… unreachable standard.
Perfect mornings. Flawless skin. Color-coded planners. A green smoothie in one hand, a gym bag in the other.
Like, really?
“You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody.”
Maya Angelou
But here’s what I wish someone told me sooner:
You don’t have to become her. You just have to become more of you.
That Girl in 2025? She’s not just glowing because she uses a fancy serum.
She’s glowing because she finally stopped performing for everyone else and started showing up for herself.
And that can look so many different ways:
- You slept through your alarm but still made your bed? That counts.
- You cried on the floor, then journaled it out? That counts.
- You chose a walk instead of a workout because your body said “not today”? That really counts.
- You made boxed mac & cheese while listening to a podcast about inner peace? Baby, welcome to balance.
We’re not here to copy a trend. We’re here to build a life that feels good to live inside of.
Because when you stop trying to become someone else’s version of put-together, you finally start becoming the version of YOU that feels free, kind, grounded, and real.
So if your “That Girl” era looks a little messy, a little slow, a little imperfect?
You don’t need to do more. You just need to take care of you. That’s it. That’s the glow-up.