Hygiene: Picking

There is a certain vulnerability pertaining to these blog posts and I'm going to ask that you can carry the same clear and learning mindset into this post. First, admit to yourself that you are guilty of picking. Picking your nails, picking your nose, picking at acne or scabs. Hell, some of you are probably picking while reading this. And if you are completely free of guilt in this scenario, you might be a better man than I. Seriously, it's an impressive feat to be proud of. Now for those of you who are in fact guilty of picking, let have a quick talk.

Picking in terms of acne, I'll be frank on this one. From man to man, you have no idea what you are doing. You are not cleaning up your face by picking at acne and popping pimples. You are a not a dermatologist, well except for those of you that might be, I will stand corrected on that one. Before I get to my next few lines, there will be a whole other post about stigmas but for now, let's finish up this topic. Seeking a skin care specialist, asking what is right for you, getting a facial. Those things are not gay, nor feminine, nor will they make you girly! A man having good hygiene is incredibly attractive to the sex that you are trying to attract. Take the time to feel vulnerable, scared, or think that whatever I'm saying might be bullshit. And when you are done with that, go make an appointment. You'll think back to this post down the line and say, "damn, that goofy looking dude was right." A man with clear skin is a happy and confident man, and a confident man is an attractive man.

Picking in terms of nails, alright I'll be honest I'm incredibly guilty on this one. It's unsanitary, damages your nails, and is honestly pretty gross. Like myself though, that doesn't mean you can't be cured of your naivety in the matter. Just like with getting a facial, manicures and pedicures are not gay and they never will be. Take care of your nails just like you'd take care of your teeth or hair. Humans don't sit in their filth, no matter the man or profession, every body like to clean up. And that idea needs to be extended towards the care of your nails as well. Even if you view your nails as incredibly minor, in comparison with the rest of your body. It takes a few extra minutes to keep them clean and in good health. Let yourself be vulnerable, even just for a moment and do the research or make the appointment.

Picking in terms of your nose, stop that. Wiping or scratching are different things. If you absolutely feel the urge to shove your finger up your nose to try, because you need to see what it feels like to touch your brain, excuse yourself. Excuse yourself from your surroundings, run to a restroom and blow your nose or dig around with a tissue. On top of that please, please, wash your hands after. If you absolutely can not stop the urge of picking your nose, wash your damn hands after. No one in their right mind would shake your hand knowingly if they could see the germs you carry after a long days work. Now think about a days of work compared to someone who had just recently picked their nose. You sure as hell wouldn't be delighted to shake their hands in return, especially if their hand looks like it was an extra in "I am Legend."

And of course, WashYourAss,

- Noble