This is kind of a big problem for me, and I think a lot of people. I just wanted to start a conversation about this. Why is this such a problem for survivors? What are your particular struggles? What works for you?

I preface this with saying I'm not depressed at the moment, either, this is just a basic life skill I missed and have to consciously think about. Just brushing my teeth can be a struggle...not because I forget but because I think of it and then decide it's too much bother. Lately I've been frustrated because my skin is breaking out and after a week it finally occurred to me that I could go to the dermatologist rather than just being depressed because my face will not cooperate!

Then there's the subtle stuff, like how hard it is for me to leave the house and engage in pleasurable activities (work I get, community service I get, but just hanging out with my friends seems like a confusing use of time, even though I always end up enjoying it).