First off, forget that strict eight-glasses rule. It’s not a law; it’s a suggestion that got blown way out of proportion. The real number depends on whether you’ve been sweating like a sinner in church or just binge-watching shows in an air-conditioned room.
Your body is basically a high-maintenance houseplant. If you forget to water it, the leaves (your skin) look sad, and the whole operation gets a little droopy. The goal isn’t to drown yourself—it’s to keep the soil moist, not flooded.
