I took my first cold shower

good job!, it gets easier trust me, it will always be cold but the jolting shivers you get at first will go away.

 

Nice!

Practice that I did when I first started doing cold showers 1 and 1/2 years ago was to visualize the cold as a warming blanket or hug which makes me warm and healthier.

Also I recommend to look into Wim Hof, he is named the ice man and has over 26 world records on withstanding extreme temperature. You can find helping practice on Ytb.

Also, try to not think about cold being cold, might sound funny but If you just feel without the negative concept of being cold, it will be easier and more enjoyable.

Something you could also do is to first shower hot and the last minute full cold.

When I started smth I also did was to always turn the knob down by 2-3 degrees and get used to it until I do the same again. Slowly but surely it will be easy for you to start the coldshower, btw. Cold baths are also great

Hope that I could help you,
Be strong