The Personality of Style
Being a teenager trying to become a hairdresser has lots of challenges, especially because I’m a 17 year old coming near your head with a pair of scissors.
There are so many reasons I want to pursue hairstyling, but one major reason is because hair isn’t just hair. A survey about the connection between hair colour and personality shows that if you are a blonde, you are most likely flirty and fun; if you are a brunette, you are likely smart and serious; and if you are a redhead, you are more prone to being strong-willed.
Hairstyle has more to do with than just looks. Style can affect mental health. It can stimulate your creativity, and being creative activates the part of your brain that processes emotions. Also, despite what you may think, Retail Therapy is real. When you go on a small spree, it releases stress and other heavy feelings you may be experiencing. I’m not saying you should go shopping every single time you need to destress, but going every once in a while can be very therapeutic.
I think a pretty well known fact is that wearing a style you’re confident in makes your self-esteem skyrocket. Of course, you shouldn’t rely on superficial looks to feel confident, but it does give you a little boost when you get complimented.
I find I am so passionate about any topics that involve hairstyling. Passion drives me. I know that sounds cliché and overused, but it is true. The feeling it gives me when I complete someone’s do–they look at themselves and get that huge smile across their face and say “Thank you I love it!”–it’s so rewarding to know that I made a difference. Hairstyling isn’t just a pair of scissors being brought near your head, it’s a way to express yourself.
During the first few weeks in MBCI’s Studio program, I have watched many YouTube videos. Some were tutorials and some were about hair tips. I watched lots from Brad Mondo, a talented New York hairstylist. I focused on learning more and more, and although there is so much to learn ‘theory-wise’, I found working on the computer to be increasingly difficult. I just couldn’t wait to get my hands on a head of hair. More than being stuck behind a computer, I just wanted to cut hair–I had so much energy to cut hair! I just wanted to use my hands. Now, with a new hairstyling mannequin and some willing classmates (thanks Sophie and Anika!), I’ve been able to practice techniques rather than just learn about them.
Being challenged in life is inevitable, but being defeated is optional
So now I would like to direct your attention back to the quote I used at the beginning.
Have I been challenged? Yes. Defeated? Never.
Ali