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“I think it’s very healthy to spend time alone. You need to know how to be alone and not be defined by another person.”

— Oscar Wilde

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I'd go so far as to become religious just to keep you.

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When Haircuts Go Wrong

Us girls have our quirks, especially when we’re bored. We look for new ways to entertain ourselves, and sometimes that means experimenting with our hair. Perhaps you want to try out a new trending style or you’re craving the haircut you had a few months ago. But what happens when that DIY haircut goes horribly wrong? Rachel Stevens once said, "Having a bad haircut is quite traumatic!" And that’s why I want to share how my own haircut disaster brought out a whirlwind of feelings, ended up being unexpectedly humorous, and surprisingly, taught me some valuable lessons.

Back in 2018, I was watching some YouTube compilation videos and came across a bunch about hairstyles. They showed people tying their hair into a ponytail and then cutting it, with results that looked effortlessly perfect. Intrigued and bored, I decided to give it a try. I grabbed a pair of scissors, tied my hair into a ponytail, and cut off about 3-4 inches without a second thought.

When I removed the hair tie and checked in the mirror, I was hit with a rollercoaster of emotions. Nearly half of my hair was now very short, and the layers were uneven. The top half was drastically shorter than the lower half, which was barely cut. The difference in length was about 5-7 inches, with the short section being half the length of the back of my head. I immediately regretted my decision, and since no one was home to help, I broke down in tears. It reminded me of that meme where a kid cuts her own hair and starts crying while her mom rushes to help. With school the next morning and no one to assist, I was frantic. I thought about cutting more to fix it but was too scared to make it worse. I worried all night until I finally fell asleep.

The next morning, as I woke up and remembered the previous night’s fiasco, all those feelings came rushing back. I overthought how to hide the mess, ended up tying the short part of my hair, and went to school. Before I even settled into my seat, my friend noticed and laughed, which quickly led to everyone at the table laughing too. I was mortified, and the rest of the day involved endless questions and laughter from classmates. I felt like the joke of the day.

By the time I got home, I started to see the humor in my situation. I realized how funny it was—not just because of my haircut but because of the sheer absurdity of the entire ordeal. From confidently cutting my hair to panicking about the results, it was clear how silly I had been. My hairstyle made me look oddly laughable, like a character designed to be hilariously unfortunate. That night, I went to a salon as someone suggested, and while the result was better, I was disappointed by how short my hair had become, reminiscent of my 4th-grade look. It took two and a half years to grow it back.

Over time, the haircut I had struggled with became a trend on TikTok. Known as the “wolf cut,” this hairstyle gained popularity, with many people trying it out. I watched videos of others attempting the style—some nailed it, while others ended up with amusing results. It was interesting to see how this trend evolved and became more refined compared to my original mishap.

Fortunately, my mistake led to unexpected growth. As the trend continued, I watched countless videos and even followed Brad Mondo’s tutorials to learn how to cut hair properly. I mastered the technique and now trim my hair myself with confidence. I also tried a new style called the Butterfly haircut, which, although challenging and less suited for curly hair, added to my skill set. I can now tackle various haircuts with care and numerous tutorials. I’m not afraid of making mistakes anymore, knowing they offer valuable lessons and that they’re something I can always come back to and laugh at. Along with these lessons, I’ve learned to approach haircuts more carefully, which has also saved me a lot of money.

So, from my emotional meltdown and becoming the day’s joke to learning from my mistake, an uneven haircut is one of those things we might want to forget but end up smiling about later. It’s your choice—fix it, cover it up, or own it. Just remember to learn from your lapses, embrace the humor, and live with confidence. Thanks for sticking around!

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