It's midnight, but not only did I have the motivation to shower for the first time in a week, I also had the energy. AND I did a part of my skincare routine that I haven't done in months. Super proud of myself, honestly. I've seen a few others struggling lately, so I wanted

To share my own struggles I've had with hygiene for years. It's okay if you don't have the energy or motivation today. Tomorrow you might. I understand the anger and frustration you might feel as you think about having to shower. I've broke down crying more than once just

Looking at a shower or toothbrush. Do what you can, when you can. You are not alone, and I'm proud of you whether you have, or haven't done anything today. One of my biggest issues is toothpaste. I hate it. I loathe it. I get unnecessarily angry just thinking of brushing

With it, and so I just wouldn't, even when I'd finally get the motivation to do so. My Dr suggested that instead of forcing myself to use toothpaste, just brush with water. And so I do. I still don't brush nearly as much as I should, but it's definitely more than I did.

If you're worried about your teeth, but don't feel like brushing, keep a package of floss sticks at your computer desk, coffee table, or wherever you spend the most time. Just pull one out every now and then and just floss while watching tv.

My dentist knows of my issues, and has joked that he'd rather people floss twice a day than brush, because it's so much more important. And the floss sticks make it easy and mindless if they're always within reach.

Any little thing you do counts. Don't be too hard on yourself if you can't do anything today. Tomorrow is another day, and the most important thing is you made it to tomorrow to try again. My DMs are always open if anyone is ever struggling & needs to vent.

And I'm serious about saying dm me if you're feeling frustrated. I might not be able to give you the motivation or energy to do it, but I can sure as hell be able to relate and lend a sympathetic ear, because honestly, it's a 99% chance I haven't showered either.

It's extremely hard for me to post this, especially because I'm on a bit of the older side, and I have this idea in my head that I should have it all together like others my age, but the truth is, no one has it all together. We're all struggling with SOMETHING.

Lots of us are struggling with multiple things, and it's honestly exhausting, sometimes you just have to focus on living that day, and you know what? That's a way bigger accomplishment to be proud of than a shower. You've got this, and remember that you're far from alone.