[stayed]

Well, well, well! Survived #5 cold shower! It really wasn't as horrible as shower #1 , 2, 3, 4... still not the way I would choose to shower each day.  Not sure I really care how "glowing" it makes my skin, or shiny my hair, not that those sorts of things don't appeal to me, but DANG... there is just something wonderful about a NICE, HOT, SHOWER... to start your day. 

Without a doubt, I am warming up quicker. I definitely feel alert, but it doesn't make me super switched on, or particularly optimistic and uber cheerful.  I really don't think my days have been happier and more productive... but it has only been 5 days. 

Still, the company I am keeping, who are all participating, or even just watching, is making it worth my while.  I love checking in and seeing how everybody else's "cold shower" was! 

25 more days... oh yea!!!

Hugs Stayed

[elray]

5 down 25 to go. 

Actually rocked out today to red hot chilli peppers and never heard the alarm go off.  Getting used to that beautiful RED GLOW my skin has after stepping out.  To be frank, I look like an Adonis-- or a red, hairy lobster --  for the first 5 minutes post shower.  I had to stop and look in the mirror to admire myself this morning.

And there's definitely a warm after glow now developing post-shower that's quite calming and relaxing rather than the initial couple of days where it was a pure adrenaline hit.

But I got to be honest -- it still is something I dread every morning.  I've started making the bed just to dawdle around a bit before jumping in.

I too enjoy the thread here, but its just as much fun telling people as they complain about the -2 temp this morning -- you think that's cold?  Pffft!

[MeNow]

elray,

Make the dawdling count, like having to repair the house first before the shower.

[stayed]

You are right about the warm after glow, rather then the racing heart I had for the first 4 days, hehehe.  I too am not at the point where I LOOK FORWARD to jumping in the shower each morning.  I tend to "dawdle" as well. 

I confess though, to feeling pretty darn good, when it's over.  I was really pleased today, I don't have an alarm and have had to return for 2 or 3 more minutes, this time, I got it just right.  Seem to have a hair wash and rinsed, body scrum, shave some bits that need it... and bolt out into warm air.  I can do it all in 5 minutes and 20 seconds or so... lol

There is a real satisfaction in making yourself do something that really is not ENJOYABLE... hehehe.  Knowing that it is good for you.  I like that.

How did your sons do today?  They are such good sports to join their pops. 

Hugs Stayed

[elray]

When monday morning came, my S14 dropped out.  I didn't hear my S17 whooping today -- but my W said she heard some moans -- not sure if he's adjusting, or skipped.  Will have to get the skinny tonight.

[Dji76]

Cold shower losing its luster for me... But im gonna stick with it. Tonight my kids came crashing into the bathroom while I was taking my ice cold shower. They are young and thought it was hilarious that I was yelping in there. They decided to get cups of cold water from the bath tub faucet and dump it on themselves and scream!!! A little messy but was glad they joined in the fun.

[HopeFaithLove]

I'll let all you brave souls try out this cold shower theory and let me know. LOL I'll stick with my nice warm showers. I might try some cold showers when the weather gets warmer but I'm freezing all the time anyway. I might turn into a block of ice if I get into a cold shower.

[Savoir Faire]

Second day not shaking so much after.  Knew what to expect this time.

Would still rather the warm water.  only 28 days to go.

[elray]

Day 6.

The afterglow and mental calmness post shower is increasing.  While in the shower it is unpleasant and still semi painful.  A good song came on (sweet child of min) and I stepped in for total immersion.  I had the same primal shriek but it sounded more joyous this time.  Kind of like I'm embracing th moment.   Finished my shower and checked th time.. 6 and a half minutes.

My s17 skipped yesterday and was back to it today.  He said the cold showers def made him more alert at school and he went through the morning groggy and crabby without it.  S14 says no way warm showers are great.  It helps motivate my son that he has a scuba certification coming up in May.  The quarry he will dive will still have ice in April.

Stayed there is a mental satisfaction to this--and DJ just loved the kids cold water battle. Next time grab one and toss them in clothes and all when your done.

[stayed]

I was seriously thinking of skipping it, but after reading your accounting El Ray, you shamed me into it... hehehe. 

Definitely get the after glow... never have had the shriek of agony, hehehe, still don't, or a primal shriek, nope, just not a shrieking type of person, I am thinking.  Still get the "ice cream head"... but insist on washing my hair, and rinsing it, no matter what???

I am at day 6, I am beginning to doubt I am going to have that euphoric feeling!!!  I'm not going to quit though, the article I read, it took that guy day 10 before he felt that euphoric feeling, that I'm looking for, so maybe... my luck, I will get it on Day 29 or some such thing... uggh...

Definitely a feeling of satisfaction.  I love just taking the challenge and doing it, so even if I NEVER get that glorious euphoric feeling, I will always feel really good about doing it...

Your kiddie story is great DJ.  I agree with El Ray, toss them in the next time, I bet they will LOVE IT... hehehe...

Anyway day 6 done... hugs Stayed