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What would you do?

General Questions

After years of admiring others' locks I just wanted them. Now it's more than that though. I have found myself wanting to have a simpler lifestyle all together, even though I am only a few weeks into my journey. It's also about letting go. Being that I am a stylist, I didn't want to look like I had bed head all the time. Now I feel like I'm missing out on an important part of the journey by having used the TnR method.Decisions, decisions.

What would you do?

General Questions

That's what I was thinking until I started looking through timelines of the natural forming locks. I was instantly jealous that I would miss out on the loops and knots. Then I found a few that had fallen out and made me wonder if I should just comb them out. I will leave them though, secretly hoping they all fall out

What would you do?

General Questions

Good afternoon everyone! Almost two weeks ago I decided to TnR almost all of my hair. I have been washing prettyconsistently, every other day or every two days. I know it is normal for them to loosen and even fall apart completely, and some are. So my question is should I comb them out and let them form naturally, or just let them continue falling and reforming? It took me 6 hours to TnR them all (approx. 50), so it will probably take me around the same amount of time to comb them out.

Megan Elyse

This is the one of the little guys that fell out.

They are all very loose at the root and the bottom three inches or so.

updated by @megan-elyse: 02/05/15 10:12:49AM

Hello world!

Introduce Yourself

Thanks Laura!! I've admired dreadlocks from afar for too long now. It's finally my time!

Hello world!

Introduce Yourself

Thank you both very much. I ordered a beautiful tam a few days ago and can't wait for it to come in!!

Hello world!

Introduce Yourself

Hello everyone. I'm Megan, a 23 year old cosmetologist, lover of piercings and tattoos, and an eclectic Wiccan still searching for my path. About two weeks ago I tarted adding random dreadlocks in my hair for no other reason than I wanted to. It was then I started researching and came across this site. After reading many many discussions I decided to comb out the locks I had an start over with better sectioning and do all of my hair except the fringe. On April 9th I began sectioning and forming what will become MY beautiful and uniquely formed dreads. Two days ago I finished with the TnR method. I did not do this tightly as I do not want to damage my hair. I know my journey is just beginning and I cannot be more excited. I am learning to let go and let them be. It's especially hard for me because I am a hairdresser and I do not like frizzy or fuzzy. However, I'm managing.Any and all advice will be appreciated and accepted.Love and light to all,Megan
updated by @megan-elyse: 01/13/15 09:50:59PM

You are not blacker than me!!!! black on black dread disrespect

General Talk

Especially in south Louisiana.

You are not blacker than me!!!! black on black dread disrespect

General Talk

I am only a week into my journey. I used the TnR method thinking it would be a little neater for my work. I haven't gotten a lot of negative comments or looks from strangers yet. My grandfather actually told me I look like 'the N word'. It really pissed me off but I just let it roll off my shoulders. I try to think 'I'm doing this for myself and I won't let them get to me'. It is very frustrating to be the bigger person though.Good luck on your journey!!

Natural Dreadlock Progression From 5-6 Inches Of Hair - A Dready Timeline - By Castaway Jesus

Member Journals and Timelines

This was the final discussion I looked at before combing my hair. You have inspired me to go natural!<3

any primal dreadies?

Dreads and Diets

I have been using the Primal Blueprint as a lifestyle change. The marksdailyapple link is spot on! It's only been a few weeks but I've lost weig. Not sure how much as I refuse to get on the scale, but I feel better from the inside out.