International Women's Day: A day that made history and shaped the future

For over 100 years, March 8 has been not just a date, but a global symbol of equality, resistance and progress. A day on which we celebrate what women have achieved - but also recognize what still lies ahead.

But where did this struggle begin? What have we already achieved? And why is selfcare a key to change?

The history of International Women's Day: Courage, protest and revolution

The roots of International Women's Day go back to a time when women in many parts of the world were not allowed to vote or work independently. It was the era of industrialization - long working hours, inhumane conditions and no say.

In 1908, 15,000 women marched through New York City demanding better working conditions, equal pay and the right to vote. Inspired by this protest, the German socialist Clara Zetkin called for the introduction of an annual Women's Day at the International Socialist Women's Conference in Copenhagen in 1910.

The first International Women's Day was celebrated on March 19, 1911 - in Germany, Austria-Hungary, Switzerland and Denmark. Later the date was set to March 8 , in memory of the strike by Russian textile workers in 1917 that contributed to the overthrow of the Tsar.

What began as a protest became a global movement.

How far have we come – and how far do we still have to go?

The last decades have brought significant successes for women’s rights:

✔ Women’s suffrage was implemented in most countries.
✔ Legal equality created new opportunities in education and employment.
✔ Women are at the top of business, science and politics.

But has true equality been achieved?

• Women still earn 20% less than men worldwide , even with the same qualifications ( International Labour Organization, 2022 ).
• According to the Global Gender Gap Report 2023, it will take 131 years for economic and political equality to become a reality.
• A Harvard Business Review study (2022) shows that women are disproportionately affected by burnout because they do unpaid care work in addition to their work.

These numbers are not just statistics – they are reality.

Selfcare as Revolution: Why selfcare in fact is political

Equality doesn't just start at the political level - it starts with every woman herself. Taking care of yourself, setting boundaries, allowing yourself breaks - none of this is a luxury, but an act of self-empowerment.

Scientific studies, including a publication by Harvard Medical School (2021) , show that selfcare not only reduces stress, but also strengthens the immune system, improves concentration and increases the quality of life.

Women who take time for themselves are not selfish – they are building a foundation for long-term strength and success.

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At yardin zayel , we believe that selfcare is more than a time out – it’s a philosophy of life . One that supports women in reaching their full potential.

Our products are not only tools for external beauty, but also for inner clarity:

• DTWW yoga mat – for moments of retreat and balance.
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• ZENWOOD Palo Santo with Mantras – set intentions, clear spaces, renew energy.

Because true change begins with selfcare – and women who nourish themselves change the world.

Let us celebrate this day together – and continue to fight

International Women's Day is a day of remembrance, but also of action. It reminds us that we are strong, that we are seen - and that it is in our hands to shape the future.

Let us use selfcare as a source of strength . Let us strengthen each other . And let us never forget:

We are not just part of history – we write it.

Happy International Women's Day – today, tomorrow and every day.