Any Natural Hair Groups???
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I don't think I am really on a natural hair journey. I went natural in Aug. 2011 and I take care of my hair but I really do not put much thought into it. I do read blogs and forums and stuff but I kind of just leave it alone and let it do its thing. I don't really read all of the use this use that don't use this stuff. I just do what works for that day. However, I will say when I picture myself the size I want to be my hair plays a part in the whole picture. I see myself thick and fit with pretty hair if that makes sense. I think I am more on a life journey than a hair journey. Sorry that was rambling lol
No I completely understand.lol. I guess I am on a life journey as well. Sounds good. Guess we all are really. Good luck to you :happy:0 -
I have been natural off and on for about 10 years now. I finally made the decision to stay natural in 2008 because with my hair being fine it was always so limp when I permed it. I love my hair because I feel like I have so many more styling options and because it looks so much healthier.0
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Please add me!!! I ve got my last perm June 2011. I cut all my perm hair off in Jan 2012., and started my locs March.17. Im on a weight loss journey and hair journey. SO YES ADD ME.lol0
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I'm natural! BC on July 16, 2011. Last relaxer Sept 2010. I love how healthy my hair is and my natural styles!0
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That was my excuse to!! I'm so glad that I went on and chopped it off. The two go hand in hand now.Hi Ladies,
I'm on a natural hair journey/weight loss journey as well. I BC'd January 15, 2012. I guess I sort of combine both my journies. My excuse for not cutting my hair sooner was "I want to lose weight first". I'm so glad that I didn't wait. For me, it's fun to see my weight go down as my hair grows. For some reason I connect the two. To me, they both are a symbol of overall health, wellness, and freedom.....freedom from relaxers/chemicals and societal expectations, as well as freedom from this weight that has been holding me back my whole life.0 -
I love it too. We can do so many different things with our natural hair. Wondering why I didn't do it sooner but so glad that I am embracing it now like so many others. We should be so proud of what's ours. #TeamNaturalI'm natural! BC on July 16, 2011. Last relaxer Sept 2010. I love how healthy my hair is and my natural styles!0 -
I've went natural in 2005 and loc'd in 2007 I LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!! I wish I'd done it a long time ago! My hair is much healthier going natural was the best thing ever for it.0
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I did the BC in Feb of this year. I don't see why the journeys have to be different. I feel like I decided to stop making unhealthy choices for my hair and my body. Both decisions have lead to amazing realizations. Add me!0
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wow I am glad I found this topic i was thinking about if there was a group on here for women who are natural. I have been natural for about 2 years and it is one of the best decision I have ever made. My hair is much healthier and much thicker. I am currently using Kinky Curl products but i am open to try new things. Any suggestions????0
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I've been natural for 10 years. At times I get frustrated because my hair is very sensitive to humidity and water. But, I still continue because I don't like the feeling of new growth.0
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I have been natural for 7 years. I had locs and then cut them about a year ago. I love my natural hair but it is still a journey that I enjoy talking about so feel free to add me as well. My hair and weight journey are connected0
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This is my second time being natural. My last realxer was May 2010. I don't so much have a natural hair journey anymore. My hair is beyond long enough for most styles, but in the beginning, I coupled the two, weight and hair. It was easier going natural than becoming serious about my weight loss. I was obsessed with natural hair for a long time before my hair got long enough to do things with. One day it hit me, nothing I put in my hair would make it grow longer or be healthier, it was all about what I ate. That was a big reason I started adding more fruits and veggies to my diet. Then I realized that all the junk I was eating was messing up my skin, so i started eliminating that little by little. Eating healthier got easier when I realized it affected my skin and hair, not just body size. Now a days, I'm not so worried about my hair, I watch youtube videos now and then but I don't obsess... I'm more obsessed with my body, and in that way they've become two seperate things. I think the two definitely go hand in hand, but for me to really develop in the fitness area, I had to start letting my hair obsession go.0
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This is my second time being natural. My last realxer was May 2010. I don't so much have a natural hair journey anymore. My hair is beyond long enough for most styles, but in the beginning, I coupled the two, weight and hair. It was easier going natural than becoming serious about my weight loss. I was obsessed with natural hair for a long time before my hair got long enough to do things with. One day it hit me, nothing I put in my hair would make it grow longer or be healthier, it was all about what I ate. That was a big reason I started adding more fruits and veggies to my diet. Then I realized that all the junk I was eating was messing up my skin, so i started eliminating that little by little. Eating healthier got easier when I realized it affected my skin and hair, not just body size. Now a days, I'm not so worried about my hair, I watch youtube videos now and then but I don't obsess... I'm more obsessed with my body, and in that way they've become two seperate things. I think the two definitely go hand in hand, but for me to really develop in the fitness area, I had to start letting my hair obsession go.
Its amazing how so many ppl who embrace their natural hair do realize all the health benefits. You started with your hair and it led you to your body. I think it is such a beautiful journey mind, body and soul. Thanks for sharing :happy:0 -
I have been natural for almost 2 years. I am not on a journey for my natural hair really. But I know if I am healthy on the inside, I will look healthy on the outside.
I guess it goes hand and hand. I embraced a routine and motivation for my hair. I and still working hard on my body.0 -
I've been natural for six years. What about you?0
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Been natural since birth. But last november was the first time I learned how to take care of my curls. And now they are growing and thriving :happy:0
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I have been natural since 2005 and it is a journey as well as weight loss. Feel free to add me.0
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I went natural in 2008. It is so refreshing. I love my hair and it feels great. I love the flexibility of being aboe to weave and braid and then take a break from that tp have my natural hair. I have learned to love my natural curls and find products that work best for me. My weight loss journey is not connected to my hair, but it is way way way easier to workout and not have to worry about straight hair.0
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I just decided earlier this year to go natural, so way before I started my weightloss journey. However I am kinda combining the two inan effort to really just get healthy all over, including my hair. I don't plan on doing a BC, but rather slowly cutting off the relaxed ends over time. I'm doing sew ins for now until I figure out what to do next
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Yes natural since march 12 and im workinon
both so add me0 -
Natural 8 years plus.. Still Love the fact that I can workout as hard as I want and not worry about my hair so much.0
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I have been natural since October 2011, last perm December 2010.0
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I saw Good Hair (with Chris Rock) and LOVED it! I want to go to the show with my natural hair and rock out!0
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In my picture my hair is straightened, and I do occasionally flat-iron it. That being said, ever since I started doing Zumba, I've had to shower every day, and thus keep my curls natural. The best thing about natural, soft, curly hair is that if it starts looking a little crazy, I just have to pat some water on it and define the curls, then I'm set to go! So great. I love my hair!
Who else loves her hair? Can anyone tell me what it is like to get a relaxer? I'm just curious, never having had one. What's the difference between a relaxer and a perm? I'd like to know from another woman.0 -
In my picture my hair is straightened, and I do occasionally flat-iron it. That being said, ever since I started doing Zumba, I've had to shower every day, and thus keep my curls natural. The best thing about natural, soft, curly hair is that if it starts looking a little crazy, I just have to pat some water on it and define the curls, then I'm set to go! So great. I love my hair!
Who else loves her hair? Can anyone tell me what it is like to get a relaxer? I'm just curious, never having had one. What's the difference between a relaxer and a perm? I'd like to know from another woman.
Im not sure what the difference is either. But I think ppl use the two words interchangeably.0 -
The end of this month I will be natural a year. I love wearing my hair straight so the flat iron is my friend. I do spice things up from time to time and wear a braid out.0
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Hi everyone! I am somewhat new to MFP. I am thinking about going on a natural hair/healthy lifestyle journey. I have been struggling with my hair all summer. I've maintained my hair by going to the salon every week ( which is about twenty minutes from my house..GAS)! I don't want to ease up on my workouts because school will start back in a few weeks. I am getting braids to think about everything and maintain my workout regimen.0
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I tried to go natural before and would like to go again while on this journey because I Dont want to deal with relaxers and I dont want to BC either..0
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Hello! My last relaxer was in 2004. I started my healthy living journey last September. My hair "matches" my lifestyle and I cannot image ever letting my hair be a hindrance to exercising. In fact, I just got back from the gym ... 'fro all out and gorgeous and I was getting it! Life is good!0
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I'm natural too. Add me if you'd like. I've been natural for almost three years. The weight loss is separate but part of my overall lifestyle transformation, and I can use as much support I can get on the weight loss side.0
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