Making the decision to go gray isn\u2019t always an easy one, and the emotions that go along with that decision can be wild at times. Like a roller coaster ride filled with ups and downs, you may be feeling a little queasy at first when you ditch the dye. Just remember that it\u2019s only a matter of time before you are seeing things in a new light so be patient as you navigate all the twists and turns.<\/p>\n
FREE YOURSELF<\/strong><\/p>\n Choosing to go gray is liberating at first for several reasons. First, you\u2019re no longer committing countless hours and money to the salon. Let\u2019s be honest: there\u2019s plenty of other things you could be doing other than watching your hairdresser slather color all over your head. Second, you are freeing yourself from what\u2019s considered a social norm and no longer feel any pressure to camouflage your roots with hair color just because everyone else is. Give yourself some credit \u2013 and hold on tight \u2013 because that emotional roller coaster you\u2019re on may take you down the path of doubt.<\/p>\n NO JUDGEMENT\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s only natural to want others to react positively and respect your decision to go gray but worrying too much about what everyone thinks can wreak havoc on your mental health. So, prepare yourself ahead of time that people are going to have opinions.\u00a0Some of those opinions may really hurt your feelings. Try and remember that you can\u2019t control what people think nor is it your responsibility to make them feel better about a decision you made. Just let go and enjoy the ride.<\/p>\n TAKING A TURN<\/strong><\/p>\n As you head into the next turn, you\u2019re able to catch your breath and smile. You\u2019re happy and having fun. You took control of your fears and are working to overcome them by reminding yourself of all the things that led to this moment. You made the decision to slay your gray and see it as an opportunity rather than something to dread. You\u2019re feeling confident and know your decision was less about what everyone else thinks and more about how you feel. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n PLOT TWIST<\/strong><\/p>\n Your gray journey is almost over but there are a few more twists to endure. That happiness has faded away and there\u2019s a wave of sadness when you look in the mirror these days. So. Much. Gray. It\u2019s not for the faint of heart. Feeling sad should remind you how far you\u2019ve come. You adapted, accepted, focused, persevered, and grew. Acknowledge your sadness and give yourself some grace. Some days are harder than others. They, too, will pass.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n THE EXHILARATING END<\/strong><\/p>\n Oh, the thrill of it all! You took the ride\u2026and survived. Welcome to the gray hair club! You may be feeling a bit sassy, and the newfound confidence that comes with your look may be as shocking to some as your newly grown-out gray strands. You no longer let anyone dim your shine. Knowing that going gray was a choice, you still get to feel happy, sexy and glamours.\u00a0 <\/span>The exhilaration you\u2019re feeling \u2013 and your gorgeous glow \u2013 made all of it worthwhile.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Making the decision to go gray isn\u2019t always an easy […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2205,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2204","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n