soft life noun [C]
UK /ˈsɒft ˌlaɪf/ US /ˈsɑːft ˌlaɪf/
a lifestyle someone chooses that is as stress-free and unchallenging as possible, focusing instead on relaxation and well-being
As the wording suggests, soft life is all about veering away from stress and struggle and embracing a more easy and enriched life. “Soft life isn’t new, however I’m really grateful to see its resurgence,” said Chlöe Pierre, founder of wellness platform thy.self. “Essentially to me, especially as a black woman, soft life is about making choices that can avoid me having to live a much longer, and unsustainable, life in hardship.”
[independent.co.uk, 9 August 2023]
soft separation noun [C, U]
UK /ˌsɒft ˌsep.ᵊrˈeɪ.ʃᵊn/ US /ˌsɑːft ˌsep.əˈreɪ.ʃᵊn/
an arrangement by which two married people stop living together as a couple but do not get divorced
Soft separation involves separating without a divorce, and often remaining conjoined in some way, whether that’s keeping the same surname or sharing holidays. Ultimately whether a soft separation works out may be down to whether it’s a personal choice or a financial necessity. However, in an increasingly harsh world of relationships it’s nice to know that amicable break-ups are still possible.
[mailplus.co.uk, 17 October 2023]
soft saving noun [U]
UK /ˌsɒft ˈseɪ.vɪŋ/ US /ˌsɑːft ˈseɪ.vɪŋ/
the activity of saving less money for the future and spending more now to enjoy a better quality of life
Gen Z appears to be taking this in stride by embracing a trend known as “soft saving,” the idea of prioritizing personal and mental well-being over a focus on beefing up their investment portfolios. It’s about living for today and minimizing daily stress rather than worrying endlessly about the future.
[moneytalkgo.com, 23 June 2023]