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sleepysquirrel
1y

Same

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PMac2023
1y

I hope you don’t mind me screen-shotting your comment, I’m racing to my amazon account now… Thank you wonderful human! 🙏🥰

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expensiveapp
1y

It’s an escape for me, I find it to be soothing alone time

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courtneeyy
1y

1000% agree!

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QueenComer
1y

In order to get in and out the shower and do what I need I had to get a basket with all my stuff in it so I don’t forget anything😂🙄 I use 3 different soap’s (face wash, body wash, vagisil) and keep cup with toothbrush and paste, intuition razer( no shaving cream needed), & Nivea in shower rinse off moisturizer. It takes me forever to get lotion on after shower. If this is not together my shower will take 90 mins 🙄😩

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QueenComer
1y

I feel like they help me reset. I will put it off to get stuff done and then it turns around like if I shower then I can start over and then I will be productive. 😂

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PMac2023
1y

Absolutely, I dread it. I do it, but I really have to talk myself into it. I’ll have quick showers during the week and then a big, long, soaking bath on the weekend with epsom salts, champagne, and true crime shows on the ipad. THAT’S when I do my WHOLE self care routine of hair washing, shaving legs, body scrubs and face treatments etc. I’m in there for around 2 hours. 😂💞

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becisalegend
1y

I only shower about 1-2 x per week. Its too exhausting otherwise. I'm a full time mental health worker, I do an extreme amount of computer work which my brain finds very difficult. I'm also a full time single parent of 2 x boys with ADHD.

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jonxdavies
1y

Totally agree with this. Ashamed to say but I have the same feeling with brushing my teeth, ever since I was a child

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HolaMar
1y

Works great for me. I shower twice a day 😂 it’s like ugh I don’t want to to nice I feel refreshed.

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Sara_x
1y

Yes… but when I’m showering I can stay there forever! It’s the energy and effort and mental battle to get up to shower for me 🥲

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Unknown
1y

I wound up grabbing me a shower chair .. helps me better when I realize I can relax as well as shower

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sew1027
1y

I can shower without an issue sometimes and others it’s like a mental marathon. Having to wash my hair is the worst.

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kkchigbo
1y

I realized that my shower being a dark hole in the wall. Got a light helps a lot but I still hate showering

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volckerick
1y

I take a sauna and a cold shower of 5”‘afterwards,?without this in the morning, my day is waaaay less productive

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Unknown
1y

It takes energy at first, but I always feel so much better afterwards

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sinsatiable
1y

I noticed when I'm depressed the first thing I neglect is self care. Now with ADHD it makes skipping it easier to do. I had to make all these items a habit to check off in an app to hold myself accountable. Sigh

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K8ty2610
1y

Probably because ADHD shower thoughts are shower thoughts on steroids! Think about how much energy the requires your body. Your brain takes up 20% of your daily calorie intake. So it requires a lot of energy to function. And produce thoughts. So it makes sense why you feel drained after a shower.

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meOOow
1y

Having eczema as well makes the shower feel even more daunting as I can’t just have a lazy shower where I get out and get dressed immediately. If I don’t moisturise properly after every shower I will end up suffering for it

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meOOow
1y

It’s so much energy. Feels like it takes up half my day on hair wash days even tho it doesn’t. Just takes up half my energy for the day lol

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Unknown
1y

Yep. I tend to stick it on the calendar to shower and then I forget. I get the kids showered and done b it forget me. I don’t like going to sleep with wet hair so I often put my hair up and jump in long enough to rinse the hot spots then once a week I try to get in and wash my hair. I don’t use hair products so no need to clean it all out. If I work out or do something outside that gets me sweaty that helps get me in to the shower.

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aweit1001
1y

I definitely struggle with this too!

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simpLee.me1327
1y

Yes I love the water like swimming but taking showers also just seems so draining for everyday life.

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noideagoblin2.0
1y

Omg,yes! I procrastinate doing it for so long that it ends up being my bedtime, only then I go shower

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Boo253
1y

💯

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jlango2002
1y

Exactly!

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jerichOG
1y

I think that my mental exercises to throw out impulse control against procrastination has helped. I hear or remember something, I go do it. It backfires when I have other priorities though.

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BananaCakeee
1y

I also really don't like it, but I know I have to eventually. I tried to split it up; having an all out shower with all the fancy products and having quick showers where I only have to worry about body and hair and I can be out really quickly. This has helped me greatly, cause I just tended to postpone it, thinking I'd always have to go with the fancy shower (which eventually I had to, cause I kept postponing because of the idea. Beautiful loophole.)

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dozydrawers
1y

Yes the same it’s like I intend to then forget to shower then put it off till later then the next day. Mad thing is I always feel better after one.

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kitana
1y

If it’s a hair wash day I listen to a 30 minute podcast. If it’s a quick rinse I play a 4 minute song. If it’s a shower before a date aka full shave lol, then I play 2 songs or listen to a news podcast for 12 min which helps me play a game to beat the clock. The 4 minute shower saves a ton of water. This really helps when I think of it in song or podcast length.

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HopeHealer1
1y

Yup

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SSKAATS83
1y

I'm so glad that there are others who struggle with this. I feel like I'm the only one, and I can't talk to anyone about it because it's embarrassing to admit. But there are some really good suggestions here that I will definitely be trying.

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nimgirl🌸
1y

I was just watching a video about this, and also about that ADHDers struggle with brushing our teeth, I love to be clean but it feels like too much 😣

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ib2green4u
1y

Funny point...I feel like I dint have time. But the the things that I need to get done aren't getting done either.

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anxiousashley
1y

By the time I’ve gotten the kids to a point where I have time to shower, I’m already exhausted. 😔 Always taking care of them, never taking care of myself- a work in progress.

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teagdistract
1y

Omg yes

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foggyartist
1y

Totally

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ashred207
1y

I find ive been struggling with the hygiene and self care. Getting into the shower feels like climbing a mountain at times. But I do feel better afterwards

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nickirinaj1
1y

Yehh low key when ya hit with a side of OCD bit of depression I can’t relate! But all in all it made ya feel better in the end!

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eryn_ciao
1y

si!

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Deinz08
1y

Yup..

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chiquitabananna
1y

Yes I do!

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Yryan
1y

Sometimes.. I mean, I never regret grabbing the shower anyway but some days it's far more draining than others..

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voodoomamajuju
1y

Man, I’m reading the comments and practically in tears knowing so many others are experiencing exactly what I am. It’s like some of you are saying the exact things I’m thinking. And some of the solutions shared are amazing, I’m already looking up some things mentioned!

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voodoomamajuju
1y

Yes. That’s literally on my Numo to do list today. 😩

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goddess727
1y

Yes!!

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adhdartist2023
1y

There are always options. If showering is a sticking point, then here are some rinseless and waterless products you could try… Brands include Rinseless, Nurture, Drench, Medicosa, and CleanLife. It's apparently quite the industry! Holy crap. There's even a waterless, rinseless shower cap from Nuture (Amazon) that you put on before bed and it cleans your hair while you sleep!!! Medcosa No Water Body Wash: This is a rinse-free, waterless body wash that comes in a foam form. It is designed for adults and elderly care and can be wiped away with a towel CleanLife No-Rinse® products: These are waterless, rinse-free personal care products that are ideal for seniors, adults, and children. They are paraben and alcohol-free and come in a variety of formulas, including body wash, bathing wipes, and peri-wash No-Rinse Body Wash: This is a rinse-free body wash that comes in a liquid form. It is alcohol-free and leaves skin clean, moisturized, and odor-free Waterless and Rinse-Free Shampoo For People: This is a rinse-free, waterless shampoo that comes in a foam or liquid form. It is designed for adults, elderly care, and people with disabilities. It can be wiped away with a towel and leaves hair refreshed and clean and dissolves sweat, salt, and grime, all without rinsing. It is ideal for camping trips, hospital stays, and people with disabilities Has anyone tried these?

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alla.minium
1y

I hate showers sm, 1 shower takes me like an hour to do

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Mzmoonshine
1y

Also try to imagine and FEEL how good you feel in that moment when you’re all done and clean and relaxed 😌🥰😌😌

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Mzmoonshine
1y

Often. Especially likely if you ( like myself) also have fibromyalgia. Have you tried breaking the whole task right down? - I’ve just joined this app today but see that it can help you to do this automatically with many tasks! - it’s called ‘splitting’. Love this feature! So for example , you can try just walking to the shower, or just switching it on and watching the water trickle for a minute. - Tell yourself you don’t have to take the shower - you’re just gonna get your towel ready. No pressure. Just your towel. Then, if you feel like it, get your products or pyjamas ready (or whatever would normally be the next smallest step you would take) If it takes you 3 days to actually do the steps, it doesn’t matter. It’s better than not showering for 10 because you couldn’t make a single, first step towards it. ❤️

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Heatherfly
1y

I have nothing to do with anything that takes a lot of time showers are quick

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Kwentim
1y

Cold/cool showers in the summer makes it easier

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PuNxBeEr
1y

Yep 😔🫤

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aj.teee
1y

I find the jet can be too hard on my skin ( I have fibromyalgia too), so a gentle trickle of water out the shower is enough for me which doesn't tired me out x

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Unknown
1y

Every day 😪

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KaotikBeeUtee
1y

I don't remember where I heard it exactly but it was said "If u do one thing when ur anything but happy make having a shower that one thing u do"

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faustpeweater
1y

you know, sometimes a shower really concentrates me after a walk with the dog, and after it a cup of coffee - it really works, but if it is an EVENING shower (with all the procedures 😁) then the desire to delay this process is critical

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Unknown
1y

Yes. I don’t do it daily or even weekly sometimes as a result. 🥺

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ADHD-Cha
1y

Overcome to shower = the worst Showering = the best Leaving the shower = the worst Evey time 😅

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katasker
1y

I have way too much hair. That’s my problem!! BUT I DONT WANT TO CUT IT

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Unknown
1y

100%! I love how I feel after a shower, but making myself do it is one of the biggest struggles.

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cjzoinks
1y

Oh gosh yes - and I feel quite out of it still. My hair takes ages to dry as well so I have to take that into consideration, and it’s a hard task all round for me

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jacky_boi
1y

I find it washes off a lot of my stress during the day, it’s cleansing to go home and was the emotions of the day off, thinking of it as that might help you enjoy them more? 😊🫶🏼

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adhdartist2023
1y

How can you change your shower so that it's as awesome as possible? I hated showering until I started adding things like: - a shower speaker - 3 suction cup holders for good-looking faux succulents - a cheap but sassy Amazon dupe for those hotel or spa showers where the body wash/shampoo/conditioner is in a groovy divided container that is stuck to the shower wall - and a scalp massage from Hairstory because my brain gets freaking tired Start small, but make it an awesome space for YOU. Then get some towels that feel good so you can dry off happily. There are soft ones at every price point. You're f@cking worth it! And that's why I don't mind taking showers.

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aorton1981
1y

Yes! I avoid it on the weekends. But I do feel gross when I don’t. I know how you feel!

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adhdreamy
1y

this is so hard for me. i always have to gather so much energy to shower, and sometimes i procrastinate it a lot. this makes me feel really guilty. i really need to find a way to make this easier D:

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nightengale27
1y

Yes! I struggle so hard to get started

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steff_bn
1y

Oooh i thought i’m the only one! I’m tired of entering the shower. After i showered, i feel awesome, haha.

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coffbree
1y

Yes! it’s feel’s agonizing. But i feel sooo amazing once I do it. I’ll literally go days without showering because it feels so hard to just do it.

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GoodVibes777
1y

Showers are an inbetweener because times I’ll wake up and be up and about and other times it makes me tired asf

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Hayleythemess
1y

I switched to baths, honestly game changer for me. No more constant overhead reaching rinsing and detangling. No more freaking out picking stray hairs off my back, no more having parts of my body cold and others hot. Also I can make it warmer and start it as a nice soak for my sore body. I wear my hair up for body only days. I love it. I used to hattttttteeeeeeeee hygiene days. Now i dont

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Kalechip
1y

💯 I like to shower with the light off because it saves me from being too overstimulated as well

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ameliabjorn
1y

Showering in summer is fine, but washing my hair... Oh god please no

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kabatty5404
1y

I never even thought that this could be related to my adhd... I hate to admit it, but I had to do the cute shower bench trick, like a previous poster said, for those days when I just can't switch gears...

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t3chnopol1c3
1y

Absolutely. With a boiler, it’s difficult to get washed my head properly while having a proper shower. I always have troubles with this and spend a lot of time procrastinating instead of getting my ass up and having that shower…

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addfox
1y

I struggle too. My daughter even more so. The sensory input is off the chart for one thing. Then if you have any chronic illness, the physicality can be daunting or even impossible. Having a shower chair and a hand held shower head does help somewhat. I also tend to not shower and wash my hair at the same time. Even if you find you need to do both every day, maybe try doing one in the morning and the other I’m the evening?

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distractedqueen
1y

i feel like it takes me so much time to actually get in the shower. i love feeling clean and i enjoy showering once i’m in there but willing myself to go for a shower is difficult

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dabreeze9669
1y

I agree with this so hard

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chunky monkey
1y

A bath just seems so much easier to me. I run the bath and distract myself with something else. Can't relax in a bath tho I'm only in long enough to wash. Feels like I'm wasting time lying in dirty water 🤣

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ImaGroovychick
1y

Yes!!!!!

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lamentedsorcer
1y

I like to take them at night so I'm clean and sleepy

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adhdartist2023
1y

I bought a shower speaker and I play my favorite playlist and sing badly but loud and with happiness. I also order my fav coconut body wash and a six pack of diff color loofa things on subscription from Amazon. It helps a lot!

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daydreamer-
1y

This all makes sense since apparently movements between states I.e. transitions is something many people with add / adhd find challenging ! 😮‍💨

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joey99
1y

agreed! for me it stems from having exzema and showers being fairly painful in my experience so it takes like ALL of my energy to shower

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Unknown
1y

Totally relate. Such an ordeal.

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ForgetfulFarmer
1y

I feel the same way. It feels like 12 different tasks rather than just one main task and feels exhausting for me when most people find it relaxing.

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miimixo
1y

It just feels so draining and the transition from cold, hot, cold and dry is hard. Really embarrassed to admit that to be honest.

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