That’s wonderful that bath products worked for You! I think for many people, it would feel Like a Criticism. |
So it’s worse if you hint with products? I guess shame doesn’t help depressed people? Does the guilt not make them act to change? |
Depressed people already feel intense shame. |
I have received gift sets of bath products over the course of my life and I have never felt criticized. I never take it personally when someone gives me anything scented whether that be a candle or hand lotion. I can see how giving a depressed friend a scented bath set could help her. Since baths are very relaxing (as opposed to a shower) it could encourage her friend to be clean. After getting clean -> her friend may feel a little better about herself in order to tackle other obstacles in her life. |
How old is she? This honestly sounds menopause or perimenopause related. Suicide is one of the top causes of death for women that age. I’d read up on it and try to approach her about it. |