Based on the survey results many of you guys did the same thing I did.
- 11% - always had natural hair
- 22% - had a rough transition
- 67% - let the perm grow out first
- 11% - did the big chop (BC)
- 22% - did something else (other)
The following is a real life account of a beautiful woman named Taraja who has been converted and fully transitioned into a naturalista. Enjoy!
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TARAJA'S STORY (in her own words):
All my life I was exposed to beating my hair into submission with a hot comb and then the creamy crack. That's all I knew. With my thick unruly hair I always turned to straightening my hair. I struggled with combing through my extremely thick hair, so the only solution I saw was to chemically straighten my hair.
Relaxed days |
WHAT CHANGED....
Knowledge is power. That statement was what started my natural hair journey. After realizing that I've been trying to manage my hair all wrong and that my hair could actually be combed through in no time, there was no turning back! With the birth my first child, I also wanted to show her by example to love her natural curls, not naps.
Faux natural |
Cut short |
Transitioning |
BC DAY...
First off it didn't start off as a full Big Chop. I just wanted to cut off my relaxed hair. So I took advantage of a trip to Maryland and made an appointment at a Natural Hair Salon! My friend came with me and documented the entire process. It was an exhilarating experience, I had no fear, just shear joy. During the whole time I was either smiling or laughing. Once my relaxed hair was cut, I could only see an afro puff. To make the styling process easier for myself I decided right then and there to just cut it all off!!!
Hair before the big chop (BC) |
Hair during the big chop (BC) |
All off!!! I'm a new woman! |
I feel like I'm seeing my hair for the first time. The versatility, the richness, the possibilities are endless and it hasn't even been 1 full year after my BC! Not only am I in love with loving my curls, but I'm exploring home made products...shea butter, raw black soap, essence oils, etc, are among my current arsenal. Oh! I'm also teaching myself to flat twist. All that I am learning on myself, will be applied to my precious daughter <3
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I'm sure Taraja's story has resonated with most of you like it has with me! The conversion process is exciting and the new hair adventure you accept along with the process is EMPOWERING! I think the choice Taraja made is indeed an excellent example for her daughter! I'm looking forward to seeing her progress!
I want to give a HUGE thanks to Taraja for being so candid and sharing her hair journey with us!!!!!
What was your conversion/transition process like?
Peace and blessings!
First twists |
Exploring natural styles |
Great coiling method |
Great example for daughter |
I'm sure Taraja's story has resonated with most of you like it has with me! The conversion process is exciting and the new hair adventure you accept along with the process is EMPOWERING! I think the choice Taraja made is indeed an excellent example for her daughter! I'm looking forward to seeing her progress!
I want to give a HUGE thanks to Taraja for being so candid and sharing her hair journey with us!!!!!
What was your conversion/transition process like?
Peace and blessings!
I loved the pics. Your story is great.
ReplyDeleteI love these pics and your story. I believe in the BC and routine cuts. Well done!
ReplyDeleteWow, your story is great and almost cried at the last pics of you and your daughter, both natural and beautiful. You are very brave and look great in all styles and lengths!
ReplyDeleteThanks for all your comments.
DeleteGreat story. Your hair looks good.
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