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Hit a new low

Needsmotivation
Community Member
Well I know that I’m not feeling the best at the moment, flat, emotionless and just going through the motion of ‘living’ with my happy mask but realised I’ve hit a new low, haven’t had a shower in 4 days. 😔 not intentional just forgot. How bad is that?! Tomorrow will be better.
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Jetosaur
Community Member

Hey,

youre not alone.. I think the best thing to do is just do our best to not lose faith that one day things will get better and to not be too hard on yourself.. if you csnt have a good day then try and just have a day.. have a shower, eat, drink water and try to look after yourself.

sincerely, Jet

ThatEmoNonbinary
Community Member

Hello stranger! Welcome to the forums (if you're new)!

Also, sorry about my awful grammar, this is me writing down as my brain thinks if that makes sense so im not very focused on grammar...

I understand you're feeling detached at the moment, and thats completely alright. It feels awful but it doesnt exactly mean youre getting worse, when it comes to mental health, its a crazy roller roaster and this particular loop might seem endless but you get out of it.

As for not having a shower in a few days, its not particularly bad, even if it isnt exactly good. Many people, myself included have had rough patches and forgotten some basic elements of self care in the process. First word of advice is have a long shower, or bath if you like them. Go a bit crazy and throw in a bath bomb or bubbles! Just treat yourself. It might not feel like it does much but if it does then you can build up tactics for other times you feel like this.

Second is set up a system so you remember to look after yourself, whether its little sticky notes left in places for you to refind or notifications on your phone. Little things like this can make sure youre staying healthy even on days you dont feel your best.

These moods really do feel endless, and many others have had them too, so know youre not alone in it.

Have you tried talking to someone about how you're feeling when it gets like this? A family member, friend, or someone else?

Talking about how youre feeling can always help, even if it sounds like a generic answer. If you dont want to talk with people at home, (which is completely understandable, some people just arent comfterble talking about these these things with family or friends at certain points) you can call 1300 22 4636 just to talk about everything with non judgemental professionals.

hope to hear from you soon!

love, Sam

Needsmotivation
Community Member

Thanks all for your words of encouragement.

Therapy alone isn’t working and I have no one to talk to so I think I’ll have to give medication a go. I have been avoiding it at all cost but don’t think I have a choice anymore.

I am void of just about all emotion and have no zest to do anything. I can’t even work as I’m so scared to work.

Thanks for listening

It's no problem hun.

If you feel it's the right thing to do, taking medicine is a good idea. I'm currently on medication and once i found the right dose it did wonders. It might take a lot of trial and error to find the right amount, but stick to it because I promise you'll find the right amount a feel a load better!

Just remember to only take the amount prescribed by your GP and to take it regularly.

good luck,

Sam