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I just took a shower

Discussion in 'Support Subforum' started by Mani, Mar 14, 2026 at 7:37 PM.

  1. Mani

    Mani Well known member

    I washed my hair for the first time in a year. The people here must know how it feels to involuntarily be the grossest person ever. I havent taken a shower in more than a year. Obviously ive tried to bathe but it was always a disaster and just terrible.

    It feels so dehumanizing to not be able to wash properly. This is one of the things with tms that this forum tends to gloss over. Being a gross individual makes me not wanna be amongst people in the first place, which is a huge tms problem.

    I dont know man i just wanted to share this. I dont know when ill be able to do this again but i need to celebrate not having gross dirty dandruff hair for the first time in forever.

    Have a nice weekend all. I dont know if Ive addressed this but its Lent so I’d like to wish everyone the best of luck in the upcoming weeks. Holy Week is right around the corner Spring is coming and the sun is starting to wake up

    Cheers <3
     
  2. Scott G

    Scott G Newcomer

    Congrats! You should feel super proud. It's a milestone moment. I'd also like to think that if you did this now, you'll be able to do it again...maybe sooner rather than later!
    I've also been dealing with being inside and not getting out much in the last couple of months. Not the same as your situation for sure, but I can relate a little bit. Finally got the courage to get out and get a haircut last weekend that I'd been putting off for weeks and weeks.

    We are celebrating Lent and Holy Week as well. So blessings to you and anyone else who partakes.
     
  3. Adam Coloretti (coach)

    Adam Coloretti (coach) Peer Supporter

    Sounds like quite the relief! I definitely take washing for granted - it must feel so good after all this time! :)
     

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