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New Member Section => Introductions => Topic started by: JaXon on September 01, 2008, 06:58:38 PM

Title: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: JaXon on September 01, 2008, 06:58:38 PM
I have been lurking here for a couple weeks, trying to build up confidence to take the final plunge. 23 from San Diego.

I have never had my hair shorter then 1inch on top and 1/2 inch on the sides and it looks pretty good at that point but i am tired of spending 22$ every 5 weeks to get a haircut.

All of my friends tell me not to do it, my family thinks it will look bad. I am a pretty decent looking guy with hair but my confidence falls when i feel like my receding hairline is showing. Going bald = no receding hairline, haha, that is the beauty of it. But I am also nervous that once i shave my head girls will find me less attractive, and me being attractive is basically the only reason girls talk to me because i am a pretty quiet guy. I have been reading a lot of posts on this forum about confidence and relationships and that is basically why i decided to stop lurking and introduce myself.

I think I would look ok bald, i kinda have a big head though...
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: JaXon on September 01, 2008, 07:01:33 PM
anyone have any motivational advice/article for me? :)
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: buuckkweet on September 01, 2008, 07:28:22 PM
Brother, it's ONLY hair.  Read the fine posts about head shaving.  Try it for 30 days.  You can always grow it back if you don't like the look.  I think you probably will! 

An honest, down to earth girl will like you with or without hair. 

As far as the size of your head being an issue, look at my avatar.  My head isn't exactly small, and my wife loves the new me! 

Being Sly is about a positive and healthy attitude about being bald and how you carry yourself as a person.   

Again, Welcome Bro!

P.S.  Don't be afraid to ask questions, the fine folks here at SBG WILL give you honest and informative answers!
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: time2shine on September 01, 2008, 07:47:36 PM
Being Sly is about a positive and healthy attitude about being bald and how you carry yourself as a person.

Jaxon, first off, good to have you here.  Welcome.
As BW said, it's all about being positive - just like with anything in our lives. 
Shaving your head can seem like a huge decision, and myself and others have felt the anxiety of doing so.  But it turns out to be no big deal to the rest of the world.
You said that you're a quiet dude, and you're nervous about your appeal to women.  Women want a MAN.  Someone that makes decisions and stands by them.  If you, and only you, want to shave your head, then do it.  You will look fine, and it will give you give you something to talk about, which may help out your social game.

There's a lot of good guys here, that are happy to answer your questions.  Take care.

Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: nomad on September 01, 2008, 08:33:04 PM
Dude I got to say the Ladies dig the bald dome and the head rubs are awesome O0 O:O
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: wpruitt on September 01, 2008, 08:39:17 PM
Welcome JaXon ... take that plunge !!!
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: JaXon on September 01, 2008, 08:43:17 PM
haha thanks guys!

plunge taken

I will post a pic when the final deed is done!

I went outside with scissors and i didn't come back in until it was too late to save my hair. I still have not yet seen the final product but i am excited for it to be honest. Right now it looks terrible as i said, all i had were scissors, haha.

This is going to be fun!
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: andrew on September 01, 2008, 08:51:26 PM
JaXon,

Welcome to the forum. 

Good decision in taking the first step to slyness with the scissors.   Time to get a razor and take it down real smooth ....    You will love it.

Andrew

Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: BaldRob on September 01, 2008, 09:23:28 PM
Hi JaXon...

Welcome and good luck!!
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: tomgallagher on September 01, 2008, 09:25:21 PM
Welcome to the group.
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: PowerOfCheese on September 01, 2008, 09:28:19 PM
You have to do whats right for you. That being said, if you're self conscious about your hair you need to try shaving. For me, I was happy with my new look after a few swipes of the razor, others... some say a week, some a month, some a year or two.

Funny thing, after I shaved I didn't wear a hat anywhere. I was quite proud of my bald head. I ended up having a long weekend and didn't shave it for 2 days. So quickly I became self conscious and put on a hat to go out on day 3. The whole night out with the hat on I couldn't wait to get home, soak in a shower and then shave my head back down to freedom length... sly

Dude, I was terrified to shave my head. Now, I don't want to go a day without shaving. With stubble or hair I'm vain and am quite aware of the lack of confidence that comes on strong. A clean shaved head is to me what spinach is to Popeye. It changes me. Would it change you? Dunno, maybe. I can't imagine any other way of finding that out unless you try it. Shaving can be one of the most liberating experiences of your life or be a mistake you regret for a month until your hair grows back. I can think of worst things.

Life is a short adventure. Explore.
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: slyinglide on September 01, 2008, 09:55:57 PM
Dude.....Welcome,......If you think you have a big head,......I wear a size 8 1/4 Hat, and thats after I shaved the dome.....24 years ago.  It was 8 1/2.......I could block the SUN with my noggin'
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: dog20 on September 01, 2008, 10:30:08 PM
If you shave your hair now, 3 days later you will have enough stubble to not be considered bald.
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: Brkeatr on September 02, 2008, 03:28:46 AM
Welcome Jaxon !!
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: Mikekoz13 on September 02, 2008, 06:06:10 AM
Welcome to the Forum JaXon! You will be shocked at the feeling of freedom that no longer worrying about your hair brings. You will probably have a short period of being uncomfortable with your new look until you are out and about with it and until those you care about see it.

No big deal really!
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: Tyler on September 02, 2008, 09:34:10 AM
Jaxon, welcome to SBG!  I'm looking forward to seeing the results.  I'm sure you'll be satisfied.
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: dagenhamjim on September 02, 2008, 01:16:26 PM
Welcome Jaxon, always good to have another Brother on board. Look forward to seeing your pics in the near future.
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: iPelon on September 02, 2008, 02:22:55 PM
Welcome Jaxon... you will not regret it!!  Before you know it, you will take pride in being sly and look forward to shaving.  You have a great support system here brotha!!!
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: joergHH on September 02, 2008, 02:31:38 PM
haha thanks guys!

plunge taken

I will post a pic when the final deed is done!

I went outside with scissors and i didn't come back in until it was too late to save my hair. I still have not yet seen the final product but i am excited for it to be honest. Right now it looks terrible as i said, all i had were scissors, haha.

This is going to be fun!

Welcome here, Jaxon!

And congrats!

J
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: OzPete on September 02, 2008, 07:35:48 PM
Welcome JaXon!
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: xnewyawka on September 03, 2008, 02:35:12 PM
JaXon, welcome to the SBG forum.
All good advice given from the sly bro's. You should follow it.

Like PoC said; life is short, live it your way while you can.     O0
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: GASlick on September 03, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
Welcome to the gang Jax. Glad to have you.  Can't wait to see the pic
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: champ007 on September 03, 2008, 08:52:09 PM
Welcome JaX,
Don't worry about the ladies, you will be pleasantly surprised by the reaction
Just hope you can keep up  >:D
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: warhawk on September 04, 2008, 08:55:54 PM
jax:  welcome 2 the sly fraternity.  glad that ya found us.  we hope that U become an active member of the best site on the internet.  keep us posted 2 all the reactions of your new look.  i'm sure it will B positive. O0

WARHAWK O0
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: Bald-n-Philly on September 14, 2008, 04:51:16 PM
Jaxon ... Welcome to the BrotherHood


- Peace
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: The Anvil on September 15, 2008, 08:47:32 AM
Dude.....Welcome,......If you think you have a big head,......I wear a size 8 1/4 Hat, and thats after I shaved the dome.....24 years ago.  It was 8 1/2.......I could block the SUN with my noggin'


That is a big dome! You can do it!
Title: Re: Noob here, Hi baldies!
Post by: Scott on October 04, 2008, 11:21:06 PM
Jaxon, a late welcome to you and ocngrats on taking the plunge!  Post up a pic!