HARI Raya Aidilfitri is almost upon us and so too is the pressure to wear the best outfit, host the perfect open house and reply to intrusive questions about your life, like the ubiquitous "Bila nak kahwin (When are you getting married)?"It's so exhausting and enough to drive anyone into full-blown exasperation!Sure, people say, "get enough sleep" or "drink plenty of water", but we all know that's about as useful as telling a makcik (aunty) not to comment on your weight. If you're already feeling like a dodol (sticky paste) being stretched to the limit, here are some ways to survive the Raya burnout without losing your sanity. OUTFIT REPEAT? HALAL AND APPROVED! New rule: If it fits, it still slays.
No new baju raya this year? No problem! That stunning outfit from last year is practically begging for a comeback. Mix and match, accessorise or layer creatively! The fashion police are on leave, so wear what makes you feel good. CLEANING CONCERT Pre-Raya cleaning can feel like prepping for a military inspection, but who says it has to be miserable? Blast some music, grab a broom (or a sibling) and turn it into a Zumba Raya special.
Sweep while you belt out Sampai Syurga like you're at a concert and remind your siblings that teamwork makes the dream work (a.k.a.
"guilt-tripping" them into helping). OUTSOURCE LIKE A BOSS Who says you have to do everything yourself? If billionaires can delegate, so can you. Hate baking? Order those baked goods online.
Hosting but don't want to cook? .
