baldies: Akisha Porter
“Cutting my hair signifies a rebirth. Letting go of anything that will or can hinder my growing and glowing process! Inhaling confidence and exhaling fear.”
name: Akisha Porter
social media: @curlynp_kish
How long have you been a self-proclaimed baldie?
Literally a couple days ago I big chopped
Did anyone inspire you to cut your hair? (include @ name if possible)
@alwaysmykittykat
What made you decide to cut your hair?
I got so tired of taking so much time styling my hair!
What reservations/fears did you have about cutting your hair?
Initially I thought cutting my hair would make me look like a boy-but seeing so many beautiful women with baldies it super ceeded my fear.
How did you prepare yourself for your hair cut?
Well I actually did it in stages. First I did a Mohawk, then I cut the back and finally I went into my barber and said- “it’s time”
What was your initial reaction to seeing yourself with short hair?
I absolutely loved it and wondered why didn’t I do it such a long time ago!
Did cutting your hair symbolize anything to you?
Cutting my hair signifies a rebirth. Letting go of anything that will or can hinder my growing and glowing process! Inhaling confidence and exhaling fear.
Do you plan on ever growing your hair back out?
Nope! It’s amazing. Short hair is life!
Did cutting your hair hurt or help your self-confidence?
Definitely improved my confidence levels and when I walk into a room I command it
Do you regret your decision at all?
Not at all, my only regret was not doing this sooner