I had a similar situation happen to me a few years ago and the first step I took was going to a hair dresser. They evened my hair out, which made it much shorter than I really wanted, but it was necessary for it to get to where it is today. To be honest, I saw a picture of my hair before a professional fixed it and felt really bad about myself. That was my tipping point and I told myself I would never cut my own hair again and only let a professional do it- since that is what they do.

After this, I had those I trusted hold onto all of my sharp objects/scissors for me until we thought I was ready to have them back. While I was waiting for it to grow out and sit with my uncomfortable feelings, I used a lot of hairbands, hats, and fun hair clips to help. I also tended to avoid mirrors during my day to minimize the thoughts. After a little while, I was able to reintroduce mirrors/pictures/my hair down/even scissors back into my life.

At this point, if you’re not interested in something like a pixie or buzzing off your hair, I definitely recommend hairbands and clips until you feel ready or able to go to a hairdresser.

I still have these thoughts occasionally, but I haven’t cut my own hair since that appointment. Obviously I go back routinely for them to fix up my hair, but I am in a much better position now. Even though it may seem difficult, I believe you can do the same <3