Could Not Washing Regularly Be an Early Sign of Mental Illness? Haha, am I mentally ill?

One day, I need to wash up and go out... but suddenly, showering feels like such a hassle.

Sure, skipping a day is understandable, but when it stretches to two or three days, I start to think, "Is this getting a bit serious?"

These days, I see online that "not washing is an early symptom of mental illness." Haha, suddenly I feel like I might be one of those people with symptoms.

That's just how the human mind works. Once you latch onto something, you start fitting everything into that mold.

So, I need to think about it. Is it really a problem, or is it just laziness?

In cases where the situation is genuinely bad, it's different. It's not just about not washing; it's about not wanting to do anything at all.

Showering feels like a hassle, eating feels like a hassle, and going outside is even worse.

When it gets severe, even getting out of bed feels like a burden.

And the important thing is that this state doesn't even feel uncomfortable. You just feel nothing.

On the other hand, this is the situation most people experience.

Showering is a huge hassle, but I can binge-watch YouTube for one or two hours without a problem.

When it comes to gaming, my focus is sharp. If I'm hungry, I can easily decide what to eat. When a new Netflix show drops, I'll stay up all night to watch it.

This isn't a lack of motivation. It's a clear choice.

Things I don't want to do get pushed aside, while fun things get done right away.

Especially for those living alone, it gets worse.

If no one is around to say anything, and there's no immediate need to go out, washing naturally falls down the priority list.

"I'll do it later" becomes a constant refrain.

This pattern is especially evident on weekends.

If I wake up late and feel hungry, I'll just grab something quick, and if I have plans, I'll check my state and say, "I'm not feeling great today..." and postpone it.

Honestly, everyone is similar. Not wanting to wash isn't a disease; it's just laziness.

The real problem is when you don't want to do anything at all.

Not just washing, but everything feels like a hassle, you feel constantly lethargic, and there's nothing enjoyable, and when that state continues, it's time to check in on yourself.

So, saying that not washing could be an early sign of mental illness isn't entirely wrong. If you're too lazy to wash and feel lethargic about everything else, it might be time for some counseling.

But if you're doing well in everything except washing, haha, there's no need to take it too seriously.

People tend to act in ways that are comfortable for them. This is especially true when they spend a lot of time alone.

Still, even if it's forced, once you wash up and come out, you might feel better than you expected. It reminds me of when I used to go to the bathhouse holding my dad's hand, and I was drawn to a banana milk.

In the end, not washing isn't a sign of mental illness; it's just the ordinary laziness of being human.

Still, brushing your teeth and showering regularly is probably a good idea.