Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there at one point or another. You’re tired, you’re overwhelmed, and you’re just about ready to throw in the towel. What’s the best way to cope? Well, if you’re anything like me, you embrace your inner big baby. And by that, I mean, you give yourself full permission to act like a total mess. Cue the tantrums, the pouts, and the dramatic sighs. It’s time to fully embrace being a 100% big baby.
Being a “big baby” isn’t about being childish or immature—it’s about acknowledging that sometimes, life is hard, and you deserve to have a moment of total indulgence. You’ve done your best to be responsible, to put on your grown-up face, but now, it’s time to just let it all out. And what better way to do that than by pulling out the classic big baby move? You know the one—curling up in your blanket, binging comfort food (hello, chips and chocolate!), and throwing yourself into the couch like it’s your emotional safe space.
There’s something incredibly freeing about being a 100% big baby. No responsibilities, no expectations—just you, your favorite snacks, and maybe a little bit of drama for extra flair. It’s like hitting the reset button. Maybe you’re not crying over spilled milk, but you’re definitely having a mini-meltdown over that annoying email you didn’t want to answer or that cup of coffee that’s now too cold to enjoy. And honestly? It feels good to let out that frustration in full, dramatic fashion.
But being a big baby also comes with a certain level of comfort. It’s about giving yourself the grace to be imperfect. No one expects you to be on your A-game 24/7, and sometimes, being a big baby is just the mental break you need. Maybe it’s time to accept that life is a little overwhelming sometimes, and it’s okay to act like you’re a little bit too much. After all, sometimes, you’re just 100% big baby, and that’s fine.
So, what does it look like to be a 100% big baby? It’s allowing yourself to wallow in your feelings, to vent to your friends or family (or even to your dog, no judgment), and to indulge in whatever helps you cope. Maybe it’s blasting your favorite guilty-pleasure music, watching the most ridiculous rom-coms, or having a full-on snack attack. And let’s not forget the most important part—embracing the melodrama. If you’re going to do it, you might as well go all out. Fluff up your pillows, wrap up in a cozy blanket, and throw in a dramatic sigh for effect. You’ve earned it.
But here’s the twist—after you’ve done the big baby thing, after you’ve indulged in the full drama, you’ll likely feel a little bit lighter. It’s not about staying stuck in the baby phase forever; it’s about giving yourself that moment of release. Once you’ve allowed yourself to truly embrace being 100% big baby, you might just find that you’re ready to take on the world again—just with a little less stress and a lot more joy.
So next time life gets a little too much, just go ahead and give yourself the permission to be a big baby. It’s a moment of pure, unfiltered self-care. Sometimes, being a 100% big baby is exactly what you need to feel like yourself again.
