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Do you struggle to shower too?

BowSenior Contributor

Do you struggle to shower too?

This never use to be an issue for me. I had always been a shower every day type person, even through some really challenging times with my mental health.

But this year has been so different. It’s been a real struggle to get myself in the shower. I feel so disgusted with myself that I have allowed my personal hygiene to get so bad.

I watched a TikTok earlier this year that has stayed with me. Basically a woman absolutely blasting this person with mh issues over the fact that she only showers twice a week. And the comments were horrendous too.

Today’s the longest I’ve been, I won’t say how long cause I am so absolutely ashamed of myself. Tomorrow I have to though. I. Have. Too.

wondering if others who have struggled with this might share some tips and tricks?

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0ddsidianSenior Contributor

Re: Do you struggle to shower too?

Hey @Bow

Not sure if you've seen this TED Talk with KC Davis. It mostly talks about cleaning and housework but I think it's absolutely applicable to cleaning our bodies too. Cleaning my environment (especially my dishes) is my kryptonite,

TW: Mentions suicide (nothing graphic at all)

https://youtu.be/kqItMybTKTo?si=-K7HKHGDJrF9diZy

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Captain24Senior Contributor

Re: Do you struggle to shower too?

Thanks for sharing that @0ddsidian. I was really interesting and puts a new perspective on things. All I need to focus on is what I need tomorrow. I need to apply that to a lot of things. One small step. One little thing.

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Ruby26Senior Contributor

Re: Do you struggle to shower too?

Yay, well done!

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GoldenmarigoldCasual Contributor

Re: Do you struggle to shower too?

I've been there. For me, I had someone I trust sit outside the bathroom. I hated it, but I knew I couldn't leave the bathroom until I had showered, but once I stepped into the water, my body remembered what to do.

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