Monday, May 31, 2010
There is nothing more beautiful than a confident woman that knows her worth as an individual; not as an image of beauty based on some one or some thing that she is not. Add to that modifier the word natural. It brings forth a whole new meaning. There is nothing more beautiful than a natural woman that knows her worth as an individual. When the adjective natural is added, the connotation changes, completely.
Most natural women have endured societal scrutiny for being natural, whether it be from family, friends, colleagues or complete strangers. We get the questions, the looks, the sneers, and the snickers. In most cases, it makes us stronger, more convicted and more comfortable in our own skin as we persist on our natural journey. In some cases, it can break us and we succumb to societal pressure, altering our hair to fit in.
But what makes natural hair so taboo to some? Most of us are coily and content; we enjoy the versatility of having natural hair. It is liberating not to be restricted by our styles. We can dance in the rain without a care, literally. That is the beauty of being natural. So why is it that our friends and family treat our going natural as such a bad thing?
For all the “old pros” that are reconsidering their natural tresses, think about your initial reason for going natural. Has it changed? Or have you become bored with your hair? Thanks to the internet, a natural community is at our fingertips. There are so many websites, blogs, tutorials, etc. that make having natural hair easier to style, maintain, grow; you name it- it’s out there. Every woman has the need to evolve and progress, explore your resources. Experiment with your hair, you can breath new life into your style in a matter of minutes. Recall how invigorating it was when the journey really hit you. When your natural hair made you feel beautiful. Inject that moment into every negative thought, every condescending comment, and every contemplation. Be quickened by that feeling. And if you still think that your want to stray from the natural, guess what? It’s your prerogative. Do what makes you happy. If you regret that decision, a new natural journey is always awaiting you with open arms.
For all the new naturals out there, think about why you wanted to go natural. What inspired you? Hold on to that inspiration every time someone says to you, “but your hair was so pretty, before…” Just because they have the audacity to judge you, does not mean that you have to explain yourself. This is where we coily girls get our confidence. The more people badger us about how “different” our hair is after we transition, the easier it is to see the false image of beauty that society has set forth. Moreover, it sets us apart as individuals.
Isn’t it wonderful to know that no one else in the universe is exactly like you? Why does society try so hard to make us all the same? Be an individual; embrace your self in all of your natural glory. No guises, just you. Beautiful you. Be encouraged, we’ve all been there. Hang on to your inspiration. There is nothing more beautiful than a natural woman that knows her worth as an individual.
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