How to Consider the Big Chop: Going Natural

So, you are considering the Big Chop. Going natural can be a major decision. There is much to consider when contemplating such a big change. Use the information below to help you when considering the big chop. Going natural is definitely worth looking into.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Research. Learn all you can about caring for natural hair. This is especially important if you have had relaxed hair for most of your life. Sites such as Glamazini.com and MotownGirl.com provide a lot of useful information.

2. Gather information until you feel more comfortable about the Big Chop. Going natural does not have to happen overnight. Go at your own pace.

3. Get support. Share your plans with others who will encourage you. Or join online communities such as Nappturality or Black Hair Media. There are many others on these sites who have already done the Big Chop. Going natural means you are part of a large community of others who can relate to natural hair issues.

4. Look at pictures of natural hair styles. This way you can get an idea of what your hair may look like after the Big Chop and beyond. Going natural means you will become acquainted with your hair the way that God made it. By looking at pics of others with natural hair you will see the many textures and possibilities of natural hair.

5. Make the decision and then go for it. After you have gathered all of the information then do not be afraid to do the Big Chop. Going natural is a wonderful journey where you will learn a lot about your hair and yourself.

6. Look in the additional resources section below to find links to the sites mentioned above.

Resources

• How to create fabulous natural hair
• Textured Tresses
• Nappturality.com
• Black Hair Media forum
• Glamazini.com
• MotownGirl.com

[patree79]

on 5/24/2009 are there any sites/videos of someone doing the BC themselves?

[joan1987]

on 5/12/2009 I pray that the younger generation would leave their hair natural without shame. My daughter breaks her hair everday with heat and weaves. Thank u for this artical I will pass it on

[insidestory]

on 3/8/2009 Being natural is very freeing if you have been applying color to your hair for years! Thanks for sharing.

[starinfo]

on 2/2/2009 Nice article. I had my big chop last year, January 2, 2008. My hair was shaved completely bald and I felt so much better. My hair has grown a lot since the big chop, however, I don't think society and the majority of my family members agreed with my cut. Thanks so much for the
article! Keep the articles coming. 5 stars

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