You could also use one of those water pick things that use a pressurised water jet to clean between your teeth. After I started using one regularly my dentist even remarked on how much better my gums were looking.

This is the first year I flossed every single day and now I can't go to sleep without flossing and I'm 29. I don't know what clicked but I don't have any discomfort flossing and I'm sure my mouth appreciates it.

It's uncomfortable for my fingers. The floss eventually becomes tight and stops the blood.

When you first start flossing again am I the only one that thinks… it hurts so good?

Indeed. I started regularly flossing a few months ago, and it didn't take long before it stopped hurting.

I’m in my 30’s and have just started flossing regularly (thank God for no dental issues), and I’ve noticed so much junk that builds up in a day. I’m obsessed with it now and look forward to seeing all the junk removed from my teeth.

That junk you get out when you floss actually smells just like bad breath. Might seem obvious but always good to keep in mind when you're feeling too lazy to floss.

Man I used to waterpik every single night, but they stopped manufacturing the tip that I liked and I can't find it anywhere (even on eBay).

It's a weak excuse I know, but I really think I'd get back into it if I could find the tips I liked.

Kind of a peripheral to this there are specialized toothpastes that I feel like a lot of people don't know about. I had some gum issues that also made flossing uncomfortable. My dentist recommended Crest Gum Detoxify which, when used along with regular flossing, got my gums right real fast. Basically one 6 month cleaning period of using the toothpaste and flossing regularly and now my gums don't bother me. Now I use two toothpastes. Gum detox in the morning and flossing with regular toothpaste in the evening. No more gum problems.

I had to go to an unscheduled dentist visit once to remove some floss that was stuck between my molars. So much pain, and so much relief once they were able to remove it.

Or if you're a neurodivergent with sensory sensitivities :'D

That yes but I also discovered the quality of floss makes a big difference. I always used to choose cheapest until I discovered wax coated floss that really made a world if difference. No more breaking, shredding, stuck floss.