Today, I realized that I haven’t showered in a week. I feel disgusted that I took so long to notice, it didn’t even cross my mind at all. Due to my depression, I’ve lost all motivation. FML
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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I just realized the last time I showered was while my grandma was still alive. My grandma died four months ago. Depression really does a number on you without you noticing. FML
Today, I told my mom I wanted to see a doctor, because I feel like I’m slipping into depression. I told her I was so sad, I didn’t shower for 4 days. Her response? “I don’t believe that. You’ve always had great hygiene!” Duh, I’m not myself lately! Thanks for noticing. FML
Today, I've found that the water bill has been much lower than usual as of late. I then realized that this is because I'm so depressed and hardly get out at all, that I've stopped showering or even taking care of myself in general. Who do I have to impress, anyway? FML
Today, I was informed that I am, in fact, faking my depression. Why? Because I shower daily. FML
Today, my boyfriend informed me that he hasn't showered in over a week because he "doesn't like to be wet." FML
Today, my boyfriend told me that he hasn't showered in over a week, because he "doesn't like to be wet." FML
Today, my depression has hit a new low. I had to verbally motivate myself for at least an hour in order to wash two plates. I ended up giving up in the middle, and completely shutting down for six hours afterwards. FML
Today, I was so disgusted by my own body, I took a shower in the dark so I wouldn't have to look at myself. FML
Today, my boyfriend informed me that he can't remember the last time he took a shower. He then told me he doesn't see the "need" of taking showers. FML
Today, my boyfriend told me he hasn't showered since our first date. We've been dating for three weeks. FML
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Top comments
Rake 18
You are not disgusting, you are hurting. Depression is a sickness, that prevents you from living a normal life. Like any other sickness, it is not your fault. You should keep your motivation for getting help, going to treatment and hopefully to get back on your feet.
Royal Sataness 4
Depression is a sickness. It affects you physically and mentally. It's ok to not be ok sometimes. Look up Spoon Theory. It's ok to have to pick one small task at a time because you don't have the spoons to do it all.
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Rake 18
You are not disgusting, you are hurting. Depression is a sickness, that prevents you from living a normal life. Like any other sickness, it is not your fault. You should keep your motivation for getting help, going to treatment and hopefully to get back on your feet.
RichardPencil 32
On the plus side, when you're unmotivated, you tend to not do things that make you smelly, like exercise. You're probably not THAT disgusting. Silver linings!
yeaimnewhere 4
I made an account just to tell you, you're a *******.
RichardPencil 32
Wow! I motivated you to do something. I'm practically a therapist!
Royal Sataness 4
Depression is a sickness. It affects you physically and mentally. It's ok to not be ok sometimes. Look up Spoon Theory. It's ok to have to pick one small task at a time because you don't have the spoons to do it all.
IHaveThePower 18
Call your dr's office and tell them that. They can probably do a virtual or phone appointment so it's easy for you, and find out ways to help. In the meantime, if you feel disgusting, try using a washcloth to get the worst of it; if you can manage, run a bath, lie in it and rest, THEN try to wash off a bit at a time, resting between. If nothing else, just sitting in a warm bath will rinse the worst of it off, and if you use bubble bath you get fun scents.
Jeanette Waltman 12
You will be okay. One step at a time. Just remember its okay if the only thing you did today was get out of bed. You still got up! Be proud of the small things you do cause one day they will be the big things you do 💖 you can beat this i promise you. You will be okay!!
kitten79TX 5
You're not disgusting. Depression sucks. please go talk to a professional mental health person. You deserve to get help!
ImGladImNotU 16
Make it a habit. I know all situations are different but I have chronic depression so as soon as I get out of bed, I go straight in the shower. It helps me. Hope this helps you
cpguru24 18
I clicked TDI. But not in a mean way. Only that you are the only one who can change this. It may be small. whether its a decision to confide in a friend, go seek counseling, or try to find happiness. I get that some people have issues that they need medical help for but that is usually the minority. I hope you can figure this out and overcome. We are routing for you.