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As a black male the texture and state of my hair has not affected aspects of my life as it would a black woman but it has still made an impact in my life. All throughout my life I have had and longed for many different hairstyles: bald, trim, Afro, dreadlocks, cornrows, flattops, and fades. As each year passed by, I would acquire a different hairstyle. So in a sense, my hairstyle signified growth.
But my hair as also signified my self-esteem as well. When I was younger, I noticed my hair was different from most of my classmates. I couldn’t use hair gel, rarely needed to use a brush or comb. Some of the kids took notice of it, and would tease and call me various names such as baldy and cue ball. I always felt different from my classmates. I always wished I had soft, long, and curly hair like them, so I could fit in.
Another problem that I encountered because of my hair is haircuts. When I entered college, I found it difficult to find a place to get a hair cut. Most of the places that did do haircuts, did not cater to African-American clientele. This was a time that I had to think out of the box. I had to call people, who had to go on campus and give me hair. It was a chore, it was different, but it was something I had to do.
As I grow older, I realized that I should embrace my differences rather than push them away. This included my hair. I knew my hair was different from most o my classmates but it made me unique. If I had different type of hair, I certainly would not be the same person I am today. With different hair, I would have had different experiences and so on.
I’m still self-conscious but it rarely about my hair. I now know this is who I am and I can’t change that and even if I did it would be a disservice to my parents and my culture. I embrace my differences and continue to live my life with that in mind.

It is very good!