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Discussions About Being Bald => To be or not be...Bald => Topic started by: Baldb on April 06, 2008, 03:25:18 PM

Title: thinking about it
Post by: Baldb on April 06, 2008, 03:25:18 PM

Hi guys!

I'm thinking about shaving since long ago, i'm 22, i like it but i know some people, in particular with some of my family that would get angry @c3 and eventough i cant stop thinking of it, i like balding (at least the look and how others look better with it), but i'm afraid that i wont like my bald head and it's difficult to have a idea, and i like my hair, and i have a lot, so i feel comfortable with it, it's like a confortable idea to not do it, like an excuse. and i dont know if shaving head is a quick process after a time bebing shaved, because i'm bored of every day of trying to comb my crazy hair, spending some times a lot of time and i'm too busy, and a bit lazy so i dont know if it would take more time.

What do you think?

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: SLYinKC on April 06, 2008, 03:30:06 PM

First of all, welcome to the site.

If you're thinking about it or want to do it, you can't let other people's opinions control whatyou do.  The others around you will eventually adapt or at least get over it.  You gotta do what suits you.  I say you at least owe it to yourself to give it a try.

Best of luck,
Rick

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: nomad on April 06, 2008, 03:36:54 PM

I agree with what Rick said but as far as the time factor its at least half the time of what you'd spend drying and styling your hair if not less and like some here you could go with the every other day thing.

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: Paul on April 06, 2008, 03:39:14 PM

Welcome Baldb.   If you are thinking about going sly, the idea will not go away until you do it....so go for it.  A huge part of going the sly route is the confidence it gives you in being your own man.

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: BALDANDRE on April 06, 2008, 03:55:12 PM

Like the other dudes said...

if the thought to have a bald head in consuming your thoughts...

brother you will not be satisfied until you shave it smooth...

try it bro...it will grow back!

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: R o b 6 on April 06, 2008, 03:57:41 PM

Welcome! You've landed in the right place. If you're curious, there's only one way to find out. Start out by just going a lot shorter, but not shaved. Or go for slick bald in one swipe of the clipper or razor. Really, there's only one person who has to like it and decide if it's a keeper. The confidence surge (or lack of) will help you decide!

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: mojim on April 06, 2008, 04:37:56 PM

Welcome BaldB, I was the same way and one day i just did, never looked back... O0

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: Mr.Gleam on April 06, 2008, 07:10:18 PM

What do I think?

Welcome to the board.

It's been over 3 weeks and the fear is long gone.

I no longer worry about thinning. It's like a new found freedom.

Go for it.

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: Baldb on April 06, 2008, 08:09:57 PM

thanks guys! you are right.

you understand what i say, ant the advices that you're giving me are really good.

Now i feel more comfortable, and the ideas are clear now.

i want to try it, and as soon as i can i will do it.

it's good to be in SBGF.

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: marty22 on April 06, 2008, 08:14:24 PM

go shorter gradually....................

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: Timmay on April 06, 2008, 08:43:50 PM

I think you know the answer to your own question.  Just shave it and if you dont like it....IT WILL GROW BACK.  its just like mowing your lawn.  If when I mowed my lawn and it didnt grow back I would be estatic....that would be great...but it does...it only grows back faster..lol

Timmmay!

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: dieseldan04 on April 06, 2008, 08:45:51 PM

Just shave it and see if you like it, it's not permanent if you don't.

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: warhawk on April 06, 2008, 09:41:27 PM

baldb:  welcome 2 the sly fraternity.  the brothers (once again) have hit the nail aggressively.  now... all U gotta do is scrape the dome with a quality razor (fusion, mach3, headblade) and make it smoooooth.  O0  keep us posted 2 your road 2 slyness.

WARHAWK O0

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: Mikekoz13 on April 07, 2008, 05:12:05 AM

Welcome BALDB!....... and you need to do what is best for YOU!

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: Tyler on April 07, 2008, 01:37:31 PM

Hey bro, you're 22 now, and well, you're an adult, which means that you don't need to get approval from your family before doing things, especially things that have to do with how you dress or wear your hair.  Go for it!

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: Baldb on April 07, 2008, 05:10:04 PM

Hey

You're completely right :)

Thanks for your opinions

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: Doug on April 08, 2008, 05:01:36 PM

I can completely relate.  Since going with the no guard buzz about 10 days ago, despite feeling better about myself than I have in many, many years, it is still nerve wracking to go to the next step.  And yet, in my mind, it is not a matter of "if" anymore, but "when".  A lot of it is just being part of this group and seeing I am not alone with my past or present, a lot, frankly is just wanting to do it.  So far, I love my new look and think that shaving is in the very near future.

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: fcb2001 on April 10, 2008, 10:19:23 AM

Hey, i would go and shave it slick when you get the chance

Title: Re: thinking about it
Post by: xnewyawka on April 10, 2008, 11:01:36 AM

Hey Baldb, welcome to the SBG site. I am going to echo all my sly bro's and say it's time to step up and be your own man. Tyler said it well. You make your own decisions on how you want to look and live.
Go the shorter route first if you like, but I guarantee the bug will get under your skin and then all you'll think about is shaving it down.
Either way, let us know how things turn out for you.