[AtreyuFreak]

This is gross, awkward, embarrassing, everything. I don't struggle with depression nearly as much as I once did, and I'm not quite sure this is even a depression thing (but idk what "thing" it is). Anyway...since summer started, and I don't have a job, school, or anything to do every day, I've been showering about once a week. I know, it's gross...I don't really sweat that much though and I haven't been doing much that requires a shower (unless boredom and laziness count). I brush my teeth regularly, and wash my face often, and my hair when it looks like it needs it. (((I think a big part of this issue is that I HATE being totally naked for ANY reason))) Anyway, my parents (mostly my mom) are being all annoying about it and I really don't know what to do. I just don't have the motivation to shower regularly. If I were working, (especially considering that as a CNA you often get old people's urine, food, etc. on your scrubs) I'd have no problem with this. Even when I was in school, it was less of an issue--even when I had major depression!! WTF is up with this?? How do I fix it or force myself to shower regularly (or just take care of myself in general!)??? Any help would be appreciated.

Sorry for making you read all of this rambling nonsense...

[mommasuesue]

Beleive it or not I am the same way ! completely no motivation for anything really so I would like to know the answer to this too .
your not alone

[NuckingFutz]

I had a problem with that during the deep depressions. Routine helps. Makes the day more structured and meaningful. I think this helps teach that we are worth the effort to take care for yourself. Wow, that sounded lame didn't it? Works for me because I started using all the cool stuff at the Bodyshop.

[sunsetsunrise]

I sometimes have problems with this. Luckily, I feel like I have to shower if I am going to be with someone. even for an appointment. Unless its a walk along the beach or something, I do shower. But considering I am very reclusive, there are plenty of days I do not shower. Its hard to water my plants, work in the garden, pick up the condo, or anything else. Its hard for me to do things for myself. I do things for other people. and as depression is deeper, I do less and less for mysefl. Including the above mentioned. Dont know if this helps, maybe just knowing you arent alone in this. I had an apt on Thursday so I showered on thursday. for the sake of the doctor's nose

[Formerlybrilliant]

I struggle with this as well. It was particularly bad when I was suffering from deep depression. For me, I just decided that even though I didn't have the desire to shower regularly, I would just make a quick 5 minute run through the shower, wash my hair and my body and be done with it. Somehow making it a quick trip through the shower helped me. It was done and over with before I knew it. An idea to try.

[AtreyuFreak]

Previously, I would find a shampoo/conditioner/body wash, etc. that smelled REALLY GOOD, and that helped me a little...doesn't seem to work much anymore. Maybe I just need new smells? lol...

I don't know what to suggest tbh, but you're definitely not alone in this! I struggle not only with the lack of motivation and energy to shower and care for my appearance in general, but also the general aches & pains that come with my particular brand of crazy Showering just completely wipes me out so I can't do anything AT ALL for the rest of the day. Just keeping my arms up by my head to shampoo & condition my hair...who knew it could hurt so much?!

*Willow*

Occasionally, I sit in the tub and dry clean.

[VicariousSim]

Sorry to dredge up and old thread but I really struggle with this. Every day seems like a struggle to get in the dreaded "wet thing". I spend longer spraying on perfume and dry shampoo than it would take me just to get in the stupid thing. I think it's the hair detangling and drying I hate the most.

[Evaluna]

I'm terrible for this. I have to MAKE myself get undressed and get washed because I have to work and I can't allow my daughter to think it's OK to not be hygienic. But whenever I don't have to work or over the weekend my appearance is the last thing I ever think about. I cut my hair really short so I don't have to style it properly every day and Wear minimal make up if at all. I despise the way I look anyway so I don't see the point in trying to dress up.

I'll admit that after I'm out I feel nice, but I'm literally in and out in 5 minutes. I can't bear to spend any longer than necessary in there.

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