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[โ€“] domesticstreetcat@feddit.ch 6 points 1 year ago (1 children)

This thread of comments is disturbing.

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[โ€“] rm_dash_r_star@lemm.ee 6 points 1 year ago

For the longest time I used my hand lathering with the bar first, then realized using a washcloth works much better.

[โ€“] Anonymoose@infosec.pub 6 points 1 year ago

Look up the green "Asian body scrub" cloths. They're next level wash cloths that exfoliate, dry fast, and are washable. Bonus, they're super cheap. I swear by them and can't ever go back to other scrubbers.

[โ€“] megane_kun@lemm.ee 5 points 1 year ago

I usually use a loofah or equivalent, but when I don't, I use one hand to hold the soap and rub it on against the skin, and the other hand to lather and spread soap around. Switch hands when necessary.

I also tend to soap up my face first, then the ears, then down towards the neck and the torso, arms (and hands), and legs (and feet), and then the areas that need extra attention (armpits, groin). And then rinse.

That whole routine is done twice, with shampoo and conditioner in between. I sometimes leave some parts soapy (like armpits and groin) if I think they need some soaking. I also leave the conditioner on my hair for most of the "2nd soaping", only rinsing it thoroughly (and making sure that the conditioner runoff don't touch any other part of my body) just before the final rinse.

[โ€“] demonquark@lemmy.ml 4 points 1 year ago

Soapshover all the way. All the way.

[โ€“] Wahots@pawb.social 4 points 1 year ago

I soap up my hands and then wash every part of my body and reapply soap when needed. I have a scrub washcloth with handles that I occasionally use too.

[โ€“] Mcballs1234@lemmy.ml 3 points 1 year ago (4 children)

I personally use the Turkish oil ass grab method, super easy to clean and grab.

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[โ€“] yoz@aussie.zone 3 points 1 year ago

Rub soap all over my body and scrub it down like a crazy mofo.

I'm a hairy guy. So it doesn't matter. But if I use bar soap, I'll just rub it over the major areas first, then go back and lather. If it's body wash, I just squeeze a pool in my hand, and use my chest hair to create the lather, disperse to rest of body.

[โ€“] yarr@feddit.nl 3 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

Interesting question! In Scientology, there is a specific way to handle hygiene in order to maintain physical and spiritual well-being. When it comes to showering, here's what I was taught:

  • Begin by taking a warm water rinse to wake up the body and get rid of any dirt or debris.

  • Then, apply a small amount of soap to your hand or face cloth (if using) and start with the armpits, back, and neck areas first. This helps remove any excess energy that may be stuck in those areas.

  • Use circular motions while lathering up, always moving towards the heart.

  • Rinse off the soap thoroughly before applying more if necessary.

  • Finish off by rinsing out any remaining soap and water from the hair and body.

By following these steps, you can ensure that your shower time is not only hygienic but also helpful for keeping negativity and thetans away. In terms of explaining the connection between hygiene and keeping thetans away, it boils down to the principle of "cleanliness=godliness." By taking care of our physical bodies through good hygiene practices like showering regularly and using good quality products, we are better able to keep negative thoughts and emotions at bay. Just as we would want to avoid touching dirty or stinky things, thetans also prefer a clean and fresh energy field around us. So, essentially, it's all about maintaining physical and spiritual cleanliness and care.

So, by showering properly and taking care of our personal hygiene, we can help keep ourselves and our surroundings free of negative vibes and energies. Does that answer your question? Let me know if you have any other questions related to Scientology or spiritual wellness!

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