Psychologists link nutrition closely with self-esteem. When you stop cooking or caring about what you eat, you might be unconsciously saying that your body isn’t worth the effort.
Try this: You don’t need to cook gourmet meals. Simply keep the counters clean and the fridge stocked with healthy basics. Wiping the stove, organizing utensils, or preparing a simple soup can reignite feelings of self-respect and care.
5. Broken or Unrepaired Items Around the House
A flickering lightbulb, a leaky faucet, a broken drawer — they might seem like small inconveniences, but leaving them unattended says something deeper: “I’ve given up fixing things.”
Neglected repairs mirror a loss of motivation. Over time, they reinforce a message of helplessness.Continue reading…
