Your Weekly Guide to Growing in Faith & Natural Hair Care

Hi Reader,

Are you over saying Happy New Year to everyone yet? I know I am ha!

Anyway, this is definitely the time when people start falling off of their resolutions. That's because resolutions are typically just wishes. To see lasting change in any area of your life, you need actual plans to back up what you want to achieve.

Since we discuss hair care and faith around here, let me provide you with some nuggets to keep you focused on these areas of your life you want to grow in or change. Read on.

📈 GROW IN GRACE
​Healthy Routines

We're officially ankles deep into a new year and it’s the perfect time to reflect on the growth we desire - for our hearts and our hair.

Let’s set our sights on healthy routines that nourish both. Here are some routines to work on that will develop into habits with consistency:

• Having a consistent wash day routine that includes deep conditioning and strengthening at regular intervals
• Massaging your scalp before bed several times a week
• Praying over your needs BEFORE they actually become needs
• Creating a morning and an evening routine that supports your lifestyle and core beliefs

Remember, every strand counts, and so does every step of faith.

🎙 FAITH IN FOCUS Faithful Habits for a Fresh Start In this episode, you'll discover some key strategies to help you grow longer, stronger hair. This episode focuses on winter hair care habits that will help you reach your hair goals ​ 🎙️ Listen in here: Website | Apple | Spotify | Amazon​

🙌🏼 TREASURE THIS
​It Starts With Your Scalp

Since we are officially in the midst of a hair goals challenge, I'm aware that a major goal people have is hair growth. Let's not confuse hair growth with length retention though.

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Unless you have a medical issue or something stunting your growth, all hair grows. We'll focus on retaining what you grow later but it's important to emphasize that healthy hair growth starts at the scalp.

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Think of it like soil in a garden...if the soil isn't healthy, the plants won't thrive. Your scalp is the root of the process, and giving it the care it needs is essential for strong, healthy hair.

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If your scalp is clogged with product buildup or if it's too dry, it will be harder for your hair to grow to its full potential. So, taking care of your scalp is the first step toward reaching a goal of longer hair.

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Here are some key ways to support your scalp to kick-start hair growth if you notice there's a stunt in your growth:
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• Cleanse regularly: Keeping your scalp free from buildup and excess oil helps keep your hair follicles clear and unhindered.
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• Hydrate: Dryness on the scalp can also stunt growth, so keep it moisturized so it remains healthy and flake-free.
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• Massage regularly: A good scalp massage boosts circulation, which helps bring nutrients to your hair follicles.
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• Avoid harsh treatments: Protect your scalp from damage by steering clear of strong chemicals that can burn the hair follicles, causing in some cases irreparable damage.
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• Feed your scalp from within: A balanced diet of vitamins and minerals supports a healthy scalp and encourages hair growth from the inside out.

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When you focus on your scalp first, you lay the foundation for healthy hair growth Not many people focus on the scalp first but it will make all the difference in growing healthy hair.

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​Here's an essential guide for complete scalp care​
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✍🏽 GARDEN OF GROWTH
​Setting Hair Goals That Stick

If you've tried everything you know to reach your hair goals and still feel stuck, perhaps there's something you don't know.

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You may even have more than one goal for your hair. Whatever you are focusing your attention on, these ideas may provide you with some ideas on how to reach your hair goals. Read On…​

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📆 FUN EVENTS

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Our New Year Hair Goals Challenge kicked off on YouTube live on January 18th. If you missed it, you can catch the replay here.
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While only those who attended live will be entered to win the giveaway I'm hosting, you can still join in on the challenge and get any questions you have answered at our next live which is scheduled for February 1st.

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Also, here's a Free Hair Goals Mapper to help you map out the steps you need to take to reach your goals: Download Here​

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👐🏼 COMMUNITY LOVE
​Ask me Anything

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Have a question about natural hair care, faith, or anything at all? This is your chance to ask me anything! Whether it’s about hair tips, faith, wellness, or something that’s been on your mind, I’m here to help.

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Just drop your question in this doc: https://forms.gle/axjeqracmMdkTRqA9 (no need to include your name) and I’ll answer in an upcoming edition of the newsletter. I can’t wait to hear from you!

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And that's a wrap for this week's edition on hair goals!

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God Bless You,
Michelle
Founder, Fine Natural Hair and Faith
Visionary for The Faithful Living Shop