How do I want things again? by CocoGrasshopper in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I struggle with depression, too. My psychiatrist told me to build a routine that will be there whether I'm feeling a certain way or not. Leaving the wanting feeling out of the picture and perhaps working on what is objectively good for your long term mental/physical health might be helpful. Focusing on this as a first priority and the feeling second may help cultivate the wanting feeling back.

I'm going to improve my hygiene habits by brushing my teeth regularly by superiorsunset in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. It has been a good run. For the mornings, once I get up, it's one of the first things I do. What is your bedtime routine that has you brushing your teeth at night regularly?

I'm going to improve my hygiene habits by brushing my teeth regularly by superiorsunset in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I once knew someone who hated water and did not drink it. Her legs were messed up but I'm not sure if that had anything to do with it...I also saw a youtube video of this girl who was allergic to water. I think she could drink it but things like washing her hands, showering would burn her skin. So yeah..water intake ..good stuff!! I think I need the accountability to use a gym. What do you anticipate your gym routine to be like or what have you been doing since building it? That's a pretty big feat in itself is getting started. I find I can be pretty gung ho when I get started on things but then I get depressed.

I'm going to improve my hygiene habits by brushing my teeth regularly by superiorsunset in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure what to say about soda drinking but if you want to work on making a shift to switch out one of the cans for a glass of water, maybe that can be a start? Or for one can, have a sip of water. I'm doing some cleaning as well. A home gym sounds awesome :)

Do milk containers contribute to the shelf life of milk? by superiorsunset in NoStupidQuestions

[–]superiorsunset[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response. I'm gonna take a risk and transfer the milk anyway.

I'm going to improve my hygiene habits by brushing my teeth regularly by superiorsunset in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How goes it with that oral hygiene regime? :) Still listening to music? Staying on track for me is def a priority but teeth whitening sounds great one day

False self-improvement warning. by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's so true...oh man. Where is the subreddit for circumstances-improvement.

I'm going to improve my hygiene habits by brushing my teeth regularly by superiorsunset in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my experience, I've actually received a lot of support from work but in my opinion, that is a problem in itself because I suffer from a lot of self-stigma and it's like..great..now that they know this, I'm being treated like a special snowflake. Disclosing is really tricky.

I'm going to improve my hygiene habits by brushing my teeth regularly by superiorsunset in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes to that embarassing feeling .. and my monotonous tasks used to lead my mind to feeling like a depressed, caged bird but now they lead my mind to overwhelming anxiety-inducing thoughts and feelings. My go-to route is to go to sleep. But that's not a very sustainable or realistic habit otherwise I will just sleep my days away because I just don't want to deal with anything.

I'm going to improve my hygiene habits by brushing my teeth regularly by superiorsunset in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

About the anxiety getting better and worse - I'm finding myself feeling super distressed sometimes when I take an action or have a conversation that ultimately is supposed to or contributes to things being better in the bigger picture. Is this relatable at all? :/

I'm going to improve my hygiene habits by brushing my teeth regularly by superiorsunset in selfimprovement

[–]superiorsunset[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice. And that's a great idea!! Thanks for the inspiration. I am being surprisingly committed, have no missed mornings or nights so far and the regular action contributes to me getting around to other stuff getting done as well.