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Offline Church

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Freaking out!
« on: September 20, 2012, 04:21:47 PM »
Well, In 24 hours I will be shaving my head. Going bald and decided to go for broke. But I must admit I'm freaking out about it. Going on vacation on saturday so I can give myself some time to get used to it before I freak out everyone I work with, family and friends. I think the main thing I'm thinking about is the tanline. Getting through that without looking like a total dork. Wish me luck!!! AHHHHH!



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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #1 on: September 20, 2012, 04:55:42 PM »
You won't need luck -- just a tad of confidence. Once you've done the deed, you'll likely wonder why you waited so long.

Don't worry about any lines -- that'll sort itself out with a little time.

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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #2 on: September 20, 2012, 06:35:07 PM »
You will need some time to get used to it, but no one should freak out when they see you.  The sly look is much more common these days.

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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #3 on: September 20, 2012, 06:36:18 PM »
Welcome to SGB, Church. While you are on vacation is a perfect time to tan the dome, right? Good luck!  O0

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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #4 on: September 20, 2012, 06:55:52 PM »
Welcome and good luck. Don't forget the sunscreen.
Life has three aspects: Paradox, Humor, and Change.

Paradox: Life is a mystery; don't waste time figuring it out.
Humor: Keep a sense of humor, especially about yourself. It is a strength beyond all measure
Change: Know that nothing stays the same.

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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #5 on: September 20, 2012, 08:13:16 PM »
 Welcome Church. Hope you'll take some "before" pictures which will help you appreciate the "after" that much more.

People around you will freak only if your gestures and attitude indicate you are freaked out. Don't be - it's going to be a great experience and you will be so relieved once you are settled into Sly Living.

Where you going on vacation, and for how long? In other words ... when should we expect a return visit from you stating, "Wow, I should have done this years ago."
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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #6 on: September 20, 2012, 09:12:59 PM »
Welcome and good luck!
Even when the d is removed, the devil is still evil.

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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #7 on: September 20, 2012, 09:41:40 PM »
Welcome to the club, church. Most people probably won't even notice a tanline. And it won't take long for it to fade away. Just relax and enjoy the freedom.
Hair is over rated.

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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #8 on: September 20, 2012, 11:00:55 PM »
please post 24 hours after the headshave and tell us how awesome was it!
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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #9 on: September 21, 2012, 01:21:11 AM »
Frontier Guy is right.  You'll say why didn't I  do this sooner.
Enjoy the freedom and the great boost in confidence,
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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #10 on: September 21, 2012, 03:06:23 AM »
Way to go!  Take your time on the first few shaves.  Welcome. You'll always remember your first head shave, so savor it.

I agree, you'll wonder why you waited so long.




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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #11 on: September 21, 2012, 01:20:15 PM »
Good luck and enjoy the experience!
Post a before and after picture.

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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #12 on: September 21, 2012, 02:06:30 PM »
Welcome to he forums, Church!

Once you're done you won't regret it!

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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #13 on: September 28, 2012, 09:04:17 PM »
By the end of your first full week of shaving you'll stop freaking out and see there was no reason to freak out in the first place.
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Re: Freaking out!
« Reply #14 on: September 28, 2012, 09:23:07 PM »
Hmm, it's been over a week now and no more posts from the guy.  I recently went through the transition and I definitely have to say that the anxiety before I did it were way worse than anything afterwards.  As soon as I did it I had no more anxiety and I have not regretted my decision once in the 8 weeks since I did it.  If you project confidence in your appearance, no one will ever think to question you.  You'll get some surprised looks the first time someone sees you afterwards, but in my experience most of them say they like it.