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Almost Cut My Hair

In Advocate by Jefferson Jay15 Comments

The ultimate longhair anthem, “I feel like letting my freak flag fly,” and we still do. “Almost Cut My Hair” galvanized a community that refused to conform—and lives on today.

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Men, Women and the Respect Hair Can Teach Us

In Advocate by El Levanta Pesas5 Comments

Respect isn’t something we’re born with, it’s something we learn. The journey from being a short haired man to a longhair can teach men respect and understanding for women’s hair routines.

Here’s how one of us discovered what goes into their daily routine and what he ultimately walked away with.

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Beyond The Locks with Sergio Valencia

In Advocate by El Pelo Suelto3 Comments

Our next guest on Beyond the Locks is Sergio Valencia, a former national professional soccer player who is well known coach and trainer on Long Island, NY.

Sergio’s shares his story of how the military and educators were constantly after his long hair. With the support of his family, friends and his talent in soccer, Sergio was able to keep his hair flowing.

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Confidence: The Struggles of a Longhair

In Advocate by El Valiente35 Comments

You’re a guy with long hair; or maybe you want to grow your hair out. But how do you overcome the naysayers? With the many pressures of society and your peers, it can be a challenge—especially if you’re in high school. Here’s how one determined longhair has learned to wear his hair with confidence.