As the Chair Turns - December 2021

I hope this finds you with a full and thankful heart.

I don’t know how you feel about it, but these have been rather exhausting times.  Not a “boy, am I tired” kind of feeling.  More because of the constant awareness we need to have in every waking movement.  Should we or can we do this or that?  Inside? Outside? Masks? No Masks? How many people?  How close?  Hugs?  Am I comfortable with (fill in the blank) yet?  This thinking has become such an every moment thing that we don’t even realize how exhausting it’s become.  Our brain is tired.  It’s no wonder we’re exhausted.

We’re going to be at this for a little while longer so we’re going to need to look after our wellbeing now more than ever.  Take a breath. Turn off the TV. Shut down your computer. Get some fresh air. Go for a hike. Take a walk along the waterfront. Read something frivolous. Call a friend you haven’t spoken to in a while. Start a gratitude list. Give yourself permission to do absolutely nothing. Pause. Just Be!

If we keep doing the smart things we’ve been doing (exhausting as they can be) we will get through this.  You got this!  You really do!

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The Holidays really are here, aren’t they. There’s still time for you to get in for an appointment before Christmas. Sundays have filled up so I’ve opened up a couple Saturdays (Dec 11th & 18th) if you need something on a weekend.  I have evening appointments available, too, but you’ll need to call, email or text me to see what’s available.

Just a reminder I’ll be visiting my Mom over the Christmas / New Year break.  I will be away the end of December and the first couple weeks of January (December 23rd thru January 8th to be exact). You'll want to keep those dates in mind when scheduling your appointment.

Also when I’m back in January, I’ll be across the street in a new salon. I will be at 315 Sutter St. 4th Floor, inside Blade & Brush. You should have received an email from me a couple weeks ago with that announcement.  I think you’ll like the space. Your confirmations next year will have the new salon information, too.

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This month I have articles for you on why your hair fell out this last year, debunked haircolor myths, the “Skullet”, how much your hair is worth, blowdrying fundamentals, the “blow wave”, reasons why you’re tired, and info on my new online store.  All that and more so please check it out!

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As always, I am available by email, text or phone if you have any questions or concerns.

Happy Holidays!
Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Be well. Take Hair!

What's Inside This Month

• New Location in January 2022
• The Year America's Hair Fell Out
• COVID, Pandemic Stress, and Hair Loss
• The Gray Hair Movement Has Reached Royal Circles
• 8 Haircolor Myths Debunked
• How to Prevent Scalp Irritation Caused by Hair Dye
• COVID-19: New Allergic Reactions to Hair Dye
• Is 'The Skullet' Australia's Rudest Haircut?
• The Biology of Hair Aging
• How Much Money is Your Hair Worth?
• What Is a Hair Mask?
• How to Blow Dry Hair Without Damage - Ultimate Guide
• Episodes: On Tyranny - Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century
• 14 Reasons You're Tired All the Time
• "Follically Challenged": Low-level laser therapy – a new alternative to restore life to your hair
• Recipe: Turkey Dinner Leftovers Tortilla Wrap
• The Story of Hair: The "Blow Wave"
• I have an Online Store Now
• Hair by Brian's Online Store and Recommendations
• My "Gettin' Through" playlist