I Only Felt Pretty When My Hair Was Bigger

Every morning, I stare at my flat hair in the mirror and feel a wave of disappointment. It’s like my head is a blank page, and I’m desperate to scribble something bold enough to distract from the rest of me. I tease and spray and flip my head upside down, fingers sticky with mousse. The more I try to make my hair stand up, the more I wonder if I’m just trying to fill some other emptiness. I skip conditioner even though my ends are dry, because limp hair feels like giving up. After work, I brush out the knots and watch clumps fall into the sink. I tell myself it’s worth it. But sometimes, I wonder if I’d recognize myself if I just let my hair be. #MirrorFatigue #BeautyBurnout #HairInsecurity #Beauty #HairCare