Did Someone Say Hair Goals?

Welcome Back Loves!

 I think it's time we sit and reflect on all the good things that can happen in a year. I made the Dean's List. I fell in deeper love with ever single thing around me. 365 more days of my parent's love.

......OH, AND MY HAIR GREW!

 

I am here to show you guys my healthy hair journey since I did my second big chop last May. I also want to share an updated hair care regimen and talk about some goals for 2016! Let's get started!

 

Here Is My Hair Growth Since My Second Big Chop:

Updated Hair Care Regimen Tips:

Oddly enough, I haven't truly been caring for my hair the way I should. With such a busy schedule there were times I didn't sleep with a satin bonnet and  let days and days go by without moisturizing my hair. On top of that, I know I haven't been taking care of my overall health the way I usually do, but luckily I'm trying to get back on track. Hey, we're all human right?!

Here are a few things that I've recently added to my hair care routine:

 

 

1. Aloe Vera Juice

WHY: This has given my curls LIFE, okay!? I keep my Aloe Vera Juice in a spray bottle in the refrigerator up until my time of use. Aloe Vera contains proteolytic enzymes that help repair dead skin cells on the scalp. It also leaves the hair smooth and shinny, prevents an itchy scalp, and promotes hair growth. HOW TO: After cleansing and conditioning my hair, I spray the Aloe Vera Juice thoroughly

throughout my hair and seal with my homemade hair oil.

2. My Homemade Hair Oil

WHY: In the warmer months, I don't like to use heavy products. In fact, most times I spray my hair with Aloe Vera Juice, seal with an oil, and twist/braid on up. I combine Olive Oil (because its the cheapest), Coconut Oil, Flax Seed Oil, and Castor Oil in a bottle. The coconut oil and olive oil are the perfect mix of heavy and light oils that I know will penetrate my hair shaft. Flax seed oil is packed with omega-3 fatty acids and castor oil can help improve hair thickness and rebalance the scalp's ph. HOW TO: I will slap this oil all over my hair as a 15 minute hot oil treatment before cleansing. I also use this after cleansing to seal in my hair's moisture.

 

3. Scalp Massages

WHY: Mainly because college is hard and sometimes you just need a good rub down lol. BUT ALSO scalp massages are a great way to stimulate you hair follicles, encouraging more blood flow circulation. This helps with the continuous growth of new, healthy hair strands. HOW: Using my Homemade Hair Oil, I massage my scalp for about 5 minutes, at least twice a week. P.S. It's GREAT right before bed time.

 

4. Protective Styles

WHY: Like I said...college is hard lol. I know I used to LOVE wearing my hair out, frolicking around campus, but it is easier and way more efficient to rock a protective style. Protective styles allow for either your ends, or majority of your hair to be tucked away from the harsh air and stranger's wandering hands lol. HOW: I LOVE TURBANS, so sometimes I'll moisturize and twist my hair into some jumbo flat twists, slap on a bonnet, and tie up a scarf. I also love Marley twists and Box braids as a form of protective style. Some more easy mid-week protective styles could be a pin up-do, a puff or bun, or some good ole Queen Latifah Set It Off braids. Whatever suits you style!

FAV PROTECTIVE STYLES:

     

So What's Next?
As the semesters ends and I'm able to get a grasp on this life of mine, I plan on getting back into weekly exercise, meal prepping, and of course tons of water. Aside from that, I'm taking this summer for the ultimate self care as I re-center in meditation and prayer.

I plan to:
1. Continue Protective Styling while giving my hair a break in between.
2. Go to a salon and get a really good Trim within the next two months.
3. Invest in a hair Steamer to increase the moisture levels in my hair and skin.
4. Cleanse my scalp at least once a week.
5. Practice Patience and Enjoy My Naps every step of the way!

Share your Hair Goals for 2016 with me in the comments below. As always, thank you so much for reading!

Stay happy. Stay healthy!
~Naturallykbiggie :)

  



 

You Do What You Want When You Poppin'

 

 

Good Morning Everyone!

Everyone knows my motto for 2016:
YOU DO WHAT YOU WANT WHEN YOU POPPIN'

But what does that really mean?

I am here to share with you the three step formula.
*WARNING* Following these steps can lead to extreme self determination, joy, and spiritual enlightenment. Use at ANY point in your life process and repeat as often as necessary.
Let the poppin' begin.

Step One: Know, without a doubt, that you are poppin'
Whatever that means to you, internalize it.
Something that has helped me realize the magnitude of my POP is writing and reciting morning mantras. Although it can be helpful to recite a prewritten mantra, nothing truly resonates like speaking your OWN words into the universe.

Here is a simple mantra to begin with:
"I am alive today.
Whether the sun shines or the skies cry,
My happiness is solely dependent on me.
Today I choose to be free."

Step Two: I like to call this the "Who Gone Check Me Boo?"
Ok, you're poppin' so now what? Now is the time to do all the things you've dreamed of. I know that I always find myself waiting to live my dreams, promising that there is a better suited day to start truly living.

THERE IS NOT BETTER TIME THAN NOW.

The past year has abruptly taught me how short life is. How often people wish towards tomorrow for a bigger smile or a better life. Tomorrow is not promised to anyone. Ask your self this: If today is my last day, did I live a joyful life? Did I use my voice as a testimony? Or did I shrink the talents God blessed me with in order to accommodate someone else's happiness?

The choice of freedom is yours.

Step Three: What fun is poppin' alone?
You all know that we don't hold our blessings to ourselves. Not in this fam, we don't.

Once you have completed steps one and two, take it upon yourself to help others reach their POP potential as well. We shine from within and radiate outwards. If you see a sis struggling to believe in herself, teach her to POP. If a brother is doubting his dream, teach him to POP too.

Be intentional with your words and actions. Pray, meditate, seek understanding.

"Make yourself a priority."

Stay Happy. Stay Healthy!
~Naturallykbiggie

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Summer of Life Lived

Welcome back loves!

I have been gone for such a long time and I have missed you all dearly. I am starting (and this time finishing) a new series on my blog entitled, "The Summer of Life Lived." I'll be taking you all with me on all of my summer adventures as I travel, try new veggie restaurants, and attend cool events. You all can expect a new blog post EACH WEEK.
I promise :)

The first segments of Life Lived is a recap of my amazing pescatarian lunch from Poor Calvin's this afternoon. 

I met my mom and two of my amazing god mother sistergirlfriends for a lunch date at 11:30. During this time, the lunch crowd had not yet arrived, the FREE parking was relatively empty, and the ambiance was beautiful.

The menu, which was moderately affordable, was packed with Asian-inspired dishes. I decided on the Lobster Fried Rice. I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED. I also ordered the "home made" Raspberry Tea with a hint of the home made Lemonade.

My meal was absolutely delicious. Although the service grew a little slow, Poor Calvin's is definitely Naturallykbiggie certified!

I encourage you all to try this amazing restaurant located at
510 Piedmont Ave NE Atlanta, Ga. 30308