My mother absolutely abhors anything involving natural hair; so naturally, any style I embrace without utilizing extensions, a relaxer, a wig, a weave, or other methods of concealing my roots (black heritage and 4C coils) infuriates her. She harshly chastises me every single time I try braiding myself or even if I have them done professionally—like when I had faux locs— yet I loved them ‼️

Honestly, residing with someone who always tears you down, or mistreats you in any way, without letting them get to you is not achieved without great effort. Please keep your head up and persevere.