Rocking The Bald

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In this episode of 'Rocking Your Bald,' I am joined by Frank and Tommy from Alopecia Connection for a Q&A session exploring the male and female perspectives of living with alopecia. The conversation delves into hair loss's emotional and social impacts, including self-esteem and body image issues, societal perceptions, and coping mechanisms. We are not holding back. We share personal experiences, struggles, and insights on navigating relationships and finding our authentic selves despite alopecia. We also discuss the importance of therapy, community support, and the portrayal of baldness in media, aiming to foster greater understanding and acceptance of alopecia in society.

Welcome back to 'Rocking Your Bald Podcast.' Today, you get me! I share my personal journey with alopecia in honor of Alopecia Awareness Month. I recounted when I was diagnosed at age five and detailed my experiences, from painful steroid treatments to the emotional impact of hair loss. I also discuss navigating life through school bullying, various attempts to hide my bald spots, and eventually rocking the bald as an adult. I also share advice for others on a similar journey, stressing the importance of support systems, setting boundaries, and self-acceptance. I also encourage those unaffected by alopecia to educate themselves on the condition to support better those who live with it.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Update

01:26 Jen's Alopecia Journey Begins

03:47 Struggles and Bullying in School

05:59 Coping Mechanisms and Hair Pieces

10:33 Transition to Adulthood and Acceptance

15:38 Embracing Baldness and Henna Crowns

21:31 Living Authentically and Setting Boundaries

23:06 Encouragement and Advice for Listeners

32:01 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Hi! Welcome back to the 'Rocking Your Bald' podcast! Today, I sit down with Leigh Todd to delve into the essential yet often overlooked processes of grieving and mourning. We address the individual experiences of grief, ranging from the loss of loved ones to hair loss and other unexpected life changes. The discussion underscores the significance of mental health support, self-care, and the personal nature of each healing journey. Key topics include practical coping mechanisms, the stages of grief, recognizing emotional triggers, setting boundaries, and the importance of support groups and therapy. Leigh also provides valuable advice on finding new joys, reconnecting with past passions, and seeking the right therapist.

Leigh is the owner and founder of Prospering Hope, PLLC. After working in psychiatric hospitals over the span of 10 years, she decided to focus on working in the outpatient sector while also supervising a Treatment Foster Care program. She obtained her bachelor's and master's from the University of Houston and has worked her way up to becoming a clinical supervisor for the State of Texas and the NASW Board. 

Leigh currently lives and works in the Woodlands area outside of Houston with her husband, daughter, and two dogs, Elly and Ace. Recently, Ace became the official therapy dog for Prosering Hope. When Leigh is not on the soccer field watching her daughter play, she enjoys running, working out, reading, re-watching Friends, or any "nerd" movies/shows!

Hey! Welcome back to Rocking Your Bald Podcast! Today, Christal Malcolm, aka Your Bald Bestie, is back for another conversation. We discuss the art of exploration and how being adventurous as a bald woman or man can lead to a more fulfilled life. We share some of our personal stories, which has helped us grow into our authentic selves. Enjoy!

Christal Malcolm: Your Bald Bestie, Follow her on Instagram and YouTube!

Hey! Welcome back to the Pod. Today, Lauryn Harrison is here! Laruen is a Board Member of the Candian Alopecia Areata Foundation, aka CANAAF. We are talking about whipping out the bald and enjoying the breeze! We also discuss growing in self-acceptance, foundation activities & awareness, dating, and wigs.

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Follow Lauren @hairless_whisper_

May the 4th Be With you!!! Happy Star Wars Day to you all. I had a lot of fun talking with my friends Colin Wylie and Lauren Hazel. From our individual entry points, characters, games, and thoughts on the storytelling as a whole. We nerded out on the franchise that brought us together as friends. Thanks for listening!

Hey! Welcome to Season Two of Rocking Your Bald! Thank you for taking time out of your day to listen. Guess what?! It's Dee, aka Diane Tuakalau. We talk about how we both show up authentically in our Alopecia journey because the concealer is fine.

Hey you! Welcome back! What a way to end season 1–we have our first Gent Samuel Picou! Samuel is a well-known musical artist, advocate, volunteer, and author! We are discussing his book entitled "Beyond the Cover." I hope you enjoy today's conversation!

Hey, Welcome back! Caryn Dayhoff stopped by to rock her bald with me, and we dived into a riveting conversation about the stigmas of Alopeica. We all have experienced stigmas from people in our lives, including ourselves. Know that you are not alone in this journey! I hope you enjoy today's conversation. Thanks for listening!

Find Caryn here:

Instagram: @carynosa

Hello! Today I have a round table with the ladies from Baldtourage! Two of them, you already know the Fierce leader Christie Val is back along with Christal Malcom! We also have Shefali FM and Echo Centofanti. September is Alopecia Awareness Month, and are celebrating how far we’ve come in our journey as well as talking about community and why we NEED it!