Terribly nervous

[waine]

Omm,  all the comments are pertinent here, but I like what Sir Harry said.

I would get it out of your systen, go all the way, I am positive you will love it...

[Oto]

Go for  it! You have almost nothing to lose.

[kalbo]

Go ahead and shave it smooth since that is what you want, the nervousness will eventually go away and will be replaced by confidence. I am sure the boyfriend will understand. After all he is in love with you and not with the stubble on your head.

[Frontier Guy]

The nervousness may actually cease when you shave. At that point you've eliminated the task about which you were being nervous.

And truly, the visual difference between stubble and slick is essentially nil.

But the feeling between them is worlds apart. Although I don't mind the stubble at the end of the day, the slick feel just after shaving is nirvana. Your boyfriend might find that to be true also.

But as nearly everyone has pointed out above -- it all comes down to what you want. You owe it to yourself to shave it off and experience it. Then you can decide whether to maintain it or let it grow back to stubble-length (which will only take a few days).

[Razor X]

Just stop agonizing and do it. It will grow back out to its current length in about two days. Its really not a big deal.

[mahaw90]

Just stop agonizing and do it. It will grow back out to its current length in about two days. Its really not a big deal.

This. DO IT! You will love it mate. Do it for YOURSELF.

[beardedbaldgerman]

I did it. Went to the barber and asked him to shave it bald. "Razor?" "Yes". Feels great. Boyfriend will freak out when he comes home from work.

[Frontier Guy]

Though it shouldn't matter, I am proud of you for conquering your fear and pushing through with this one.

I don't think I'd seen a front view before. Sly is a great style for you. I and a lot of my gay friends (heck, even the straight ones) would be glad to be out with you.

Perhaps your bf is just a little concerned that you're going to be "too" popular with your new Sly Style. Sometimes reactions are more about "their" insecurities. I haven't met him, so I'm just tossing this out as a consideration. (Having lived with a passive-aggressive guy for far too long I am usually suspect of responses from "well-meaning" friends who are not supportive.)

Now (and I intend this to be encouraging, and not pushy) ... will you commit to shaving daily for 30 days? I think it would be a shame to have come this far and go no further. Give it the full 30 days and then decide what's the right course for you.

Remember, there's a whole bunch of us here (and available via PM) if you need to unload, discuss, vent. At it's core, SBG is about support.

Be proud and confident. You've hurdled a major obstacle in your life journey.

Well done.

[Mr Jules]

I did it. Went to the barber and asked him to shave it bald. "Razor?" "Yes". Feels great. Boyfriend will freak out when he comes home from work.

Congratulations. That's a great sly bald look. Really suits you. Please keep it shaved.

Your are making me envious. Now I want to shave my head bald. Oh, but I already am bald. 

Keep up your great new look.

[balddaniel]

All I can say is HOT! HOT! HOT!

[Natedawg]

Looks really good on you, 0mm! I'm glad you conquered your worries and did it. You knew you wanted to.
Be sure to keep us posted on your BFs reaction!

By the way, you look like you have the potential to grow a great beard. Every grow it out before? Willing to try it now?

[GotThereandThenSome]

Hey I'm only sly for 5 days and loving every second of it. Sly really suits you and looks great. My bf was with me when I did it and he is nothing but supportive and happy - even though he was a little nervous at first. I have a feeling your bf will come around.

[beardedbaldgerman]

My bf hates it. I don't know if he will change his mind. I shave again tomorrow to keep ist smooth.

[Natedawg]

My bf hates it. I don't know if he will change his mind. I shave again tomorrow to keep ist smooth.

It's an initial reaction. Even from a buzz, shaving clean is a big change. Give it time. Glad to hear you are not going to let it deter you from keeping your noggin smooth. 

This is obviously something you truly desired to do, and I personally think it suits you really well. If your BF is a good BF, he'll understand your desire to do it and will ultimately accept it as your look, once he gets over his initial "shock".

[Frontier Guy]

0mm, hang in there. Remember to be true to yourself.  We're here for you.