November 29, 2012

The trials, triumphs, and truths of the natural hair journey

Wow! Where has the time gone?


Oh wait, you didn't think I went through the TWA (teenie weenie afro) stage? 
Yes ma'am/sir! While I've finally reached my personal hair zen, the three years it's taken to get here has been nothing short of a journey; and it started with the TWA! 

Learn the why, when, and how's of my decision to go natural in this video:



While some people ease right in, I gotta keep it real! For me, the first year of going natural is HARD!!!. When talking to newly naturals, I refer to this time as "the hump". You go in thinking it's about hair but very quickly you find that it's about sooooooo much more! 

I've always prided myself on being a lioness- strong-minded, self-determined, driven, and never-easily led. Despite these qualities, I was surprised by how much I too had internalized the myths, untruths, and hurtful stereotypes society projects onto women; particularly women of color as relates to the ideals of beauty. Until it was gone, I never understood how my hair was so inter-mingled with my sense of beauty, confidence, and even self-worth.

Starting with denial and ending with acceptance, I can gladly say that I've made it through!
How about you? What part of the journey are you in? What feelings have you dealt with?

Have you gone through the stages of natural?
Check it out. Not only will this video inform, it will truly inspire and uplift you!


STAY ENCOURAGED FRIEND!!!
Like you, I've made many mistakes and learned many lessons. Fortunately, it's only hair. IT WILL GROW BACK!

Just remember, while healthy hair practices, great products and perfect technique are important, the key to success comes down to one thing; 
P-A-T-I-E-N-C-E!

Don't take my word for it. Check out these natural hair queens!


Stick with it!
With a bit of education, a dab of Quench and a touch of patience, you too can reach healthy hair zen!

                                                                                                                                                                       
           
                   
             
    
Chime in Journeyers!  
What stage of the journey are you in? 
What has been the most important lesson you have learned along the way? Share your thoughts in the comments section or click on the icon below to chat with us in the Facebook group page! 
See you there!

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