Posted by Logdog (other posts) on January 26, 2012 at 10:01:41 Previous Next
In Reply to: Want to cut my waist length hair, need advice. posted by Why? on January 25, 2012 at 14:00:23:
It wasn't so long ago that we had a similar post from another young man having similar comments from his parents, but his attitude towards his parents left little to be desired. And we told him so.
I commend you on being able to grow your hair for 4 years already! And also give merit to your maturity and your concern of your household relationships.
As you seem to be handling this quite maturely, I suggest the next time your parents have a comment about your length of hair (as someone said, be glad they are comments/hints, and not demands):
Sit your parents down (it's good if they are both there), and tell them that you like having your hair long. It's not a sign of rebellion, or neglect (assuming you keep your hair neat), it's purely your choice of fashion and individuality. Remind them that you're still a son they can be proud of, and that you will remain so, but you would appreciate less comments on the length of your hair.
From my experience, the more mature you treat a situation like this, the better your parents will respond to your thoughts.
[You can also use that time to explicitly state your heterosexuality, if you wish (e.g. if you think that is a concern of theirs)].
If you do take Never2Long's advice and show them this forum post then maybe you could also show them the post further down from the other young man who didn't have such a mature attitude. I'll include a link.