Some days are harder than others. You realize someone you once knew so well is now a complete stranger. You act cordial in front of people, but behind closed doors you do not know what would happen. It sucks. The one person you thought would be by your side has abandoned you because of jealousy. We were like sisters. You do not understand it and all it causes you is grief and crying, lots of crying. So much crying that I feel as though there is not tears enough tears left in my body, but still your supposed friend sits there stone-faced and stone-cold. We were like sisters, They are not who you once thought they were. The promise of planning weddings together and children and love and laughter all gone with the click of a keyboard. You can move on and act like everything is okay, but you forgot about the person you used to call sister standing behind you with arms held wide. We were like sisters. You gripe and complain about everything, but never do anything to change it. You sit on the couch with your alcohol to numb the pain. How did this happen to us? Why our friendship? Why could I have not left good enough alone. It's painful. It hurts is worse than losing your one true love. Best friend, what does that even mean anymore? We were like sisters. Apparently it means nothing to you and according to you our friendship was "toxic" but you did nothing to help grow and change that. You try and put the blame on me, as I reached out time and time again, but it is not on me not anymore it is on you my darling. You made petty posts on pages you knew I would see and thus pressing the knife and twisting it into my back. How could you? Why would you? We were like sisters. You said as we tralloped through the woods swapping secrets as we went. We were inseparable and invincible, we had each other and that is all we needed. Two little girls in their field of wildflowers. You shattered that, no you ripped my heart out, stomped on it, and as an added bonus flung spit at anyone who would listen. We were like sisters. You victimized yourself, never once asking me about my mental health. We were like sisters. We were joined at the hip and never apart. Our moms could not even tell our voices apart, but you cut the cord never worrying about the mess you left behind. We were sisters.
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1. It's just the basics.
I think we all know this but just to remind everyone, deodorant goes such a long way! If you are an athlete who does not like the white residue some deodorants leave then try using a spray deodorant. Either way do not walk into any type of practice, game, whatever without putting on deodorant.
2. Just an easy tip.
Assorted tea bags arranged on a white surface.
Photo by K8 on UnsplashHere's an easy tip for stinky shoes. Try putting tea bags into your shoes to keep them smelling fresh and to remove odors. This also works with putting tea bags into your gym bags to keep bad smells away.
3. As a college student, I get it.
I get it, we are in college, some are away from home, not a lot of responsibility. One thing that should ALWAYS be a responsibility is clean clothes. If you know you are all out of practice clothes, your practice jersey smells terrible, etc.. GO WASH IT!
Nobody wants to work with someone who smells musty and nasty the whole time. And you definitely don't want to be the person is who looked at as the nasty one on the team. It's simple, just plan ahead and wash your clothes.
4. Time to be real.
man running in forestPhoto by Shashank Shekhar on UnsplashTime to be real, we all sweat. Some sweat more than others. We all sweat by our private areas, the only thing I can say that can help eliminate odors in private areas when sweating is grooming. So if you have lots of hair around your private hair more then likely odors will be present.
All I can say is try to stay clean down there if you sweat a lot by your private area take extra measures like soaking in apple cider vinegar with lukewarm water.
5. Shower right after.
Empty shower stalls in a tiled bathroom.
Photo by - Kenny on UnsplashTry to shower right after a practice or a game if you can. This helps get rid of smells fast. Even if you are playing an away game, if somehow you are able to at least wash up your main areas before getting on a bus ride, you are helping the problem.
6. Another get real moment.
Ladies, sometimes playing sports and being on your period can be hard. Try to stay fresh and clean down there. If you aren't a tampon person, make sure that you always have extra pads with you. After practices or games wash extra good in those areas just to ensure any bad odors are gone.
7. Take home your clothes.
If you have lockers, make sure that you are taking home your practice clothes with you. If you don't smells will soon start to build up. If you have to keep your clothes in your locker try to add a small air freshener
8. Be nice!
"Kindness Matters" on a pink board with a tiled backdrop.
Photo by Copper and Wild on UnsplashIf you notice that someone on your team may need a reminder when it comes to hygiene, simply talk to them in private, You don't have to be mean about it. Offer them advice when it comes to hygiene and how to take care of themselves.
9. Disinfect!
if you play a sport that requires lots of contact with other people or objects try to disinfect have much as you can. it is better to disinfect. With everyone sweating, bacteria can start to build up.
Also, in all honesty, you never know what someone may have(a skin infection, a cut, etc..), so better to be safe than sorry when it comes to disinfecting equipment.
10. Just keep up with yourself.
I always say, just keep up with yourself. I understand you may be very busy but your hygiene is so important, taking care of yourself is important! Stay clean, create your own hygiene routine, and you'll be ok.
There it is! Hygiene is something we can all agree on is important. So keep up it, care about your hygiene!
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