Oh my goodness that is the worst symptom I have when depressed. I can go two weeks with no shower or longer. Finally my beard, long greasy hair gets to me and I have to. Or if I have to go out to an appointment or something I will be to embarrassed to go without showering. If it is just going to the store or something I will just put on a hat.

I really don't know how to motivate myself. I notice that when I just jump in the shower without thinking about it the depression is just about over.

I don't think I can motivate myself. I just absolutely have to force myself. I do feel better after but forcing it doesn't cure the depression for me just makes me feel a little better about myself for taking care of myself.