Why I Removed My Dreadlocks After 11 Years

[@LazyDreads]

I spent a lot of time thinking about an example set by a family member. He had commented his interest in my hair and noted that he himself had had long hair in the past, but as he got older he'd looked to simplify - to distill things down to the essentials. He had a weeks worth of the same, durable white t-shirts and black pants, and he buzzed his hair. To him these elements were not essential to achieving what he looked to get done in the day, and so he simplified it down. Whenever I found myself wrestling with complexities in my life, or whenever I felt there to be too much on my plate, I tried to relate to this view. I began to feel that time spent waiting for my hair to dry, or opportunities avoided because complexity introduced by my hair were taking away from me achieving the best me. At the time I didn't connect with it, but I have found myself understanding it more and more in the years that followed. I try to say yes to all opportunities that present themselves and I look to remove all potential obstacles between me and the things that may further shape me. I'm not quite at the point where I'm going to buzz my own hair - but I do have a repeating wardrobe.

[@MarianoBulaBlackOrpheus]

But that doesn't you gotta cut it

[@RobynMelendez]

Today’s day 5 since I T&R’ed my head (except undercut.) When defining my why and considering them, THIS is a part of my journey. I’m hopeful I honor them and myself with patience and love as they develop and change. And when it’s “time” I’m hopeful I can “let them go” the same way as a minimalist I let go of other “things” in my life. Your videos are a favorite resource for me and as I’ve developed my ideas and plans for creating and maintaining your last self and I line up. Thank you for all you’ve done. And thank you for this video too.

[@KirstenRosin]

When I decided to get dreads 4½ years ago, I did a lot of research about the pros and cons of having them. Your videos helped me a lot 🤗 My biggest reason for getting dreads (besides loving the look of it) was the maintenance. I was so tired of maintaining my long loose hair, brushing it, putting it up, dealing with hair ties and hairpins. So for me it has been very liberating to get dreads 😀 I find it much easier to have long hair and maintain it now 😁 And I love the look of it and how easy it is to twirl it up in a bun, or tie a ponytail with my dreads 😛

[@Carolina_dub]

You're still my loc brother even without em

[@Kragehul]

Truth: his dreadlocks cheated on him and he couldn't forgive them so they broke up.

[@LazyDreads]

It was fortunately more amicable than that.

[@sheesssshhh]

No at that point it was a devorce to the marriage

[@adrianlast195]

@@LazyDreads What are you up to these days and have you re dreaded? I came to your channel just under 3 years ago when I first ripped and twist. I do get impatient with mine. I use cotton to sew loose hairs and then sew the sewn hairs into the dreads. After a month or so other hair has grown around the cotton making it unseen. I first had dread about 31 years ago. They were rip and twist but I just left them alone and split them every so often. At 56 years old I might soon be dead lol so that's why I am impatient. I have been interlocking but keep meaning to freeform. It's difficult though as I am diagnosed ocd. Hope you are well and enjoying life. Merry Chrimbo.

[@dylancleverdon486]

new channel name: lazy waves

[@erylaria398]

I removed my 5 year dreads last year in February. Yeah the first 2hours were amazing, but then. I instantly regretted it. And i have been regretting it ever since. I have pretty thin hair and i need to put so much effort and care into making it look acceptable (for work)... so much money for products, getting up 30min early in the morning to wash and condition and treat and blow dry my hair, not being able to leave the house without "doing" my hair (anxiety, body dysmorphia). I wanted to see who i was as and adult without dreads and turns out: a stressed adult constantly anxious about how i look. So I'm getting new dreads started right now and I'm extending them with my old dreads. I've got hair down to my butt again and I'm loving it!

[@tellitlikeitisfresh6541]

Omg I just went through same thing 😥

[@piixiequeen7835]

This is why I got locs ! My hair is so fine and it only ever looks good when it’s freshly washed I can’t wear it up it looks horrible and skinny 😭 the locs have made me much happier. Obvs there’s downsides to everything but I love big hair !

[@Dreadlockjuggalo]

Y’all in the comments are great

[@tamzynthomas4164]

Change is the only constant! Glad you are embracing it, we honestly dont need an explanation, but greatful for it. Hope you will stick around on YT, and allow your channel to evolve with you.

[@dravenpetroski9109]

Im still staying around even if u don't upload anymore. U give me motivation to grow out my dreads

[@dravenpetroski9109]

Typo gave*

[@2kdev23]

Draven Petroski you can edit the comment bro

[@musclemua]

Your reason for removing your dreads really is an eye opener and it makes me revisit the reason why I started my own. You're very humble and genuine.

[@DevinFongfamilymanof8]

Korn was inspiring for me. You have me the confidence to have these locks. 3 and a half years with them. The journey isn't easy.

[@PaleEmperor616]

Omg yes! I've had mine for around the same time too!

[@LilDroidBlue]

Christian's (LazyDreads) videos really helped me when I first had a friend start mine. 29 April, 2016. Pretty much the same amount of time as you ✌️

[@Lunaleodrune]

Just removed mine after 3 years, totally get everything you are saying. It came to a point where my hair was genuinely hindering my life. I don't think people understand how much of a break up it is unless they have dreads themselves!

[@boringcanadianamv1042]

I love my dreads, always wanted to have dreads and love every single day I have them. Only hate the drying but everything else makes my life easier. But only dreaded for 2 yrs so I'm still pretty new to dreads

[@tomtwinky]

BoringCanadian big fact only annoying thing about them

[@southernpaganprincess7739]

2 words: hood dryer

[@SoulDelSol]

@@southernpaganprincess7739 that's 3 words. Oh wait you're right, 2 words

[@treypark7010]

Sometimes I think about chopping them but then I have a dream that I actually do it and I don't like it

[@neverlackin4242]

I relate

[@RENEGADO_FANTASMA]

X3

[@elisirmelody4697]

Loooooool waking up crying After dreaming of hair cut, not even dreads, Just very long hair.

[@dreadheadtattooartsy664]

your very young and I dont think you need no explanation to anyone. I am one year into my dread journey,I'm 46 yrs old. I feel so free now with my hair locked. I had really curly,dry frizzy hair .it was way.more fuss to control my hair everyday vs what little I have to do to them now to maintain them. I have 2grown kids,3 grandchildren,I'm a tattoo artist. I have way more time now with dreadlocks than my usual everyday hair routine. we all get them or decide not to for different reasons.I have greatly enjoyed your videos and they are very helpful. your videos will always be there to help anyone starting out and so forth. I appreciate all that you have contributed to dread community. I also enjoy following you on IG, you live a very interesting life,very talented. Continue to be great,and your hair does not define you. If our hair begins to define who we are,or I habits us from enjoying life ,then it's time for a change. I bet that big chop felt amazing,and you have beautiful hair. whenever i have had some very trying times, you videos inspired me to not freak out and to relax and let them do their thing etc. alottt if great advise and i thank you!. ..ps.profile pic is an old photo of faux locks, not a posser,just haven't updated it nor care too.lol. you look just as handsome with or without them for sure.

[@alajaksa]

I have had dreads now for 1,5 years. My hair was really long before and it is even longer now. I love my dreads more and more so maybe someday I will find the annoying?

[@Paarthurnaxdova]

So good to see you again! Can’t believe you couldn’t get London to be quiet. You are a true artist and I enjoy your photography page too. You look great and I wish you well. Will always “follow” your pages. So much love

[@coppercommet2370]

Relate! It took me so long to brush them out, i couldnt remember why i started to, BUT... you put it so eloquently, over such a long time it does change.. however the experience still stays with you, that mentality of the freedoms. Its like full circle too, peoples reactions when you put them in and then the reactions when you remove them, and you feel like you owe this explanation.. its amazing how the experience of dreds gives new insight. Also, glad to see you back, would be great to see more of your travels or photography 👌... general shenanigans🤔

[@calgalhg]

I cut and brushed my dreads out in July. I had them for over 9 years. It was just time. I totally get it.

[@TheRealJonPoe]

Man I'm happy for you. You have to do what's best for you stay positive and best of luck with everything coming up in life

[@natethepotate]

This video is actually helping me deal with my breakup

[@shalaallgeier]

Same

[@alliemiranda8801]

Im not even gonna lie, this sounds like a divorce lol. Like you're explaining to the kids why ma and dad won't be living together anymore.

[@breathing7238]

Your don’t have to say if your gonna lie or not, u wasted both of our 5 seconds

[@alliemiranda8801]

@@breathing7238 yeah, you wasted mine and your time typing that...but okay lol

[@breathing7238]

Allie Miranda I didn’t waste you time, you wanna comment back that’s your fault

[@alliemiranda8801]

@@breathing7238 literally the same thing with you reading my comment, but alright troll try again 😂

[@breathing7238]

Allie Miranda it’s hard to talk on KZbin you tryna add my snap

[@terrenceholmes813]

I cut my dreads and it was a mistake I loved my dress working on getting them back now

[@tellitlikeitisfresh6541]

Me too I wanna cry everytime I think of em

[@Tattiepoo1]

I have locs and wash once a week and I do scrub my scalp with my fingers. It’s just hair. I have only had them about two years and I am an old hippy. I have very thin hair so they work well and make my hair look thicker.

[@LoveSelfFirst1980]

😳😩🤦🏾‍♀️ I’m still staying around 💜

[@mrslucifer92]

you are actually the person i looked to when i was starting my dreads and the following months on how to take care of them. I am now battling the decition to cut my dreads after 3-4 years. They are becoming a bit annoying and headache-inducing, but I love them so much and I dont want to cut them but I want to change my hair so bad. So I get where you're coming from and it is indeed just hair, for most people it will grow back. When my love-hate relationship to my dreads will become mostly hate I will cut them, but now there is still to much love.

[@gingermonster82]

Maybe trim them? That may help them be less annoying and headache-inducing but without having to cut them completely off.

[@mrslucifer92]

@@gingermonster82 I already shaved my head so, to late now (:

[@readsamread]

You bring up so many points in this video. I really respect you going into such depth about this for everyone. I cut my dreads off after 5 years and struggled with a lot of the things you talk about in this video for years before I cut them off. Thanks for being open and honest. I've always enjoyed your videos.

[@MyStrangie]

I just wanna thank you for what you've done for the community and for me. I watched your videos everyday for 6 months to prepare myself for getting my dreads and I've learned so much from you.

[@floridamikefm]

Dude,I’ve watched plenty of your videos,and you are very smart and articulated. Any dread type of knowledge I’ve got half of those from your videos. All love,all love no judgment. Thank you.

[@brandonscheinuck4237]

I wish I could love videos on KZbin. I just started my journey about a month ago using the crochet method (which I know you don't recommend) but it was by someone very experienced and I trust her. I've watched several of your videos and so far after a month my only regret is not finding your channel years ago. Then again, years ago my life didn't allow for the journey so this is my right time to start at 35. I really appreciate you, the way that you approach the videos that you make and the way that you speak. You're not only a pleasure to listen to but you provide an education that's non-bias. Though I want to I won't leave comments on every video I watch but trust I take a lot from each one. Just thank you dude. 👊

[@youngmoneymakerkosak5426]

im just starting my dreadlocks. and you are my guide!!

[@gaiagoddess5360]

I've had my dreads for almost 5 years now partially thanks to you and your helpful videos! I have been contemplating combing them out, and I can relate to all of your reasons! You really do start to make decisions for the hair and you start to realize that isn't freedom. I'm still not ready to cut them, but I am definitely reaching a point where I can understand ending the journey.

[@adventuresofmoonman]

I’ve had freeform locks for almost 5 years. I even have a huge beaver tail Congo on the bottom ones on the back. It’s literally 7 locks that Congoed (I have my reasons and I’m okay with it). I still can’t see myself without them. I miss being able to wash my hair without drying for hours but other than that they fit my lifestyle pretty well. I may go your route one day but likely no time soon. I do respect you for all you’ve done to help us and I’ll keep watching future videos. Much love man

[@sweetchks-fn5qm]

Your hair was beautiful in dreads and it's beautiful now without them. Thank you for your videos. I have been watching and learning over the last couple of years and just started my journey on Friday. It's all about being true to yourself, and it sounds as though you are. 💖✌

[@davidleonel5033]

Although ive enjoyed your videos and dread head videos in general , i cant help but feel that making a channel dedicated to ones hair in particular dreads has the unfortunate effect that you define your whole persona as that of a person who is who they are because of their hair and that can take over your perception of yourself in that " i must have them otherwise im not the person people see me as" . Ive had dreads for 8 years more of less ive never kept track of the time coz who cares, i agree they can get in the way but ive never felt anything more than its my hair and this is how i feel to be. Im glad youre happy with the change youve made and i wish you all the best with your future endeavours. Peace

[@cynthiarohr9405]

I just spent last summer gradually locking up my head, and finally finshed in September. I love my baby twist and rips now. I didn't discover your channel until shortly before you took your dreads out. I've learned so much from you, and I just wanna say thanks, Mr. Lazy Dreads.

[@ljm8134]

All things have to end someday. And everything changes, even our perspective on things we value.

[@YoDirk]

Very well put.

[@snarkysharky7913]

My hair has always been thick and super tangled. I remember when I was little the first person I saw with dreads and wanted to do them ever since. Like a lot of people, I lost my job because of Covid, so I thought what a perfect time to start my journey. Time to be free!! I’m doing neglect dreads and I wish more people would be more open about it. I’ve heard it’s a love hate relationship, but I didn’t expect to feel totally powerful one day and absolutely ugly the next. I didn’t expect to be triggered by old men in grocery stores and be made to feel like I’m back in jr high being made fun of. I didn’t expect to have such joy over one and such hatred over another. I DID NOT EXPECT THE SHRINKAGE OMG THE SHRINKAGE. I started them because I’ve always wanted them and I’ve always had anxieties over cutting my hair (thanks again, jr high), so I wanted to let go and see what happened. It’s been a great experience (the part where you said you knew not to look in the mirror…LOL relatable!). I appreciate your honesty because I didn’t expect the negativity and felt like I was doing something “wrong”. Still, excited to see where the journey goes.

[@aniematiemaker]

Wou this is really strange, I just took out my dreads and then I saw your videos. When I was looking into getting dreads I watched a ton of your videos and also during my journey. But for the last year I noticed excactly what you mention in the video. Also this is part of the journey. Everything has a beginning and a end. And this end is the start of a new beginning. Thank you so much for the advice during my dreadlock journey.

[@Rodt127]

You introduced me to the idea of dreadlocks for myself and your twist and rip video helped me install my first set I’ve had three since then now I’m using synthetic braid ins to try it again and still have my straight hair but might let my hair dread with the extensions soon

[@suffiice]

Your hair looks amazing! I recently cut my dreads after 5 years and was definitely the right decision.. am loving growing out my new natural hair, it feels alot more comfy. Change is good and to know when it's time to. Your hair looks great

[@MultiShadow33]

I have watched all your videos and absolutely love you with or without locs. Be well

[@jdizzle521]

Glad you're doing good man, your hair is still awesome! Your videos helped me decide to get locks in the first place and I'll always refer back to them anytime I have questions 😁 Keep being you dude, regardless of how the outside looks (which is still pretty dope btw)

[@CrystalBrewtonIndieAuthor]

So glad to see you again, Christian! Oddly enough you had a HUGE influence on how I were MY locs ... freeform. You helped me to embrace the freedom of the freeform method. That being said, when you combed out your dreadlocks I have to admit my 1st thought was "The young folks always do." At the time you were in in a regular trend of folks getting rid of their dreadlocks in one way or another. Younger folks have more to worry about than older folks do. I will be 51 this weekend .. I'm literally twice your age. I am not angry that you removed your locs, its your hair, hun. Anyway, at my age I am not as much worried about my looks or possibly losing out on employment and the like because of my hair. I am basically retired and doing what I wanna do. Anyhow ... I am not angry with you for taking care of yourself. I would have been angry with you is you HAD kept your dreads for ANYONE but Christian. Know what I mean? I certainly hope so. Take care Christian. I still follow you .. for you .. not for your lazy dreads.

[@nameless_flash]

freeform is the only way to truly grow dreadlocks. ive tried back comb and twist n rip and all those artificial methods just results in man made locks that dont have the same vibration as not combing your hair and years later you develop locs

[@halona9335]

Im wanting to have one hidden dread underneath... do you think it would be easier to take care of than a whole head?

[@natalieprideaux8555]

I've had just one dread for 6 years and have recently created 3 more. Once you get used to it being there, it's as if you've always had it (for me anyway). Just be sure to separate it and palm roll it til it holds up on its own. And remember to pull it aside while brushing the rest of your hair! Give it a go. If you don't like it, you can always comb it out. 😊

[@AlienBunnyRabbit]

You inspired me to take the plunge and go through with getting dreads in 2015. I get that love/hate feeling every so often, but then I find new ways and reasons to love my dreadlocks. Thank you for your videos. They helped a ton during the early stages.

[@stephoomazoo4841]

I've been wanting dreads for about 5 years now, but was never ready to commit until 4 months ago today! I've decided to go with semi-freeform with the towel rubbing method. I've always hated my hair and would always shave it all off. Always feeling that it wasn't the right decision while doing so, feeling like a failure that I could never grow my hair out long. So it's definitely understandable why you no longer had a good relationship with your hair. Your videos helped me understand what I could come to expect and how I should care for them though. Truly an inspiration for me to grow out my hair and start dreadlocks at the same time without waiting for my hair to be long. I've now gone 1 whole year a week ago without cutting my hair along with 4 months of starter semi-freeforms today. I feel so much more liberated and confident than what I did before and I hope it stays that way for many years. Maybe there will become a day where my hair and I no longer get along again, but for now I'm enjoying it.

[@phyllissnow-loeb1980]

As I’ve just found this channel, I very much so look forward to watching all of your material and enjoying my journey. Thank you for sharing yours. 💚

[@ababoeba]

Doesnt it feel empty without them? Sometimes i have nightmares about them being cut, i could never cut or brush out my dreadsies

[@selectfrequency8008]

Never dreads, but after cutting my long hair, I had those same nightmares only to wake up and realize it's reality.

[@Darianka7565]

Dreadlocks looked amazing on you but definitely it's your journey and it's also about being comfortable, so changes are always good. Keep making videos.

[@scottbegonias313]

Do your Thing brother! Bring out your higher self. You had a good run! Change is good. It just means you're growing

[@longhairedfreak92]

I love the way that you came to this decision. I started my dreadlocks journey a year and 3 months ago, but I have been watching your videos for about 4 years. I was sad initially seeing that you cut them, but I really enjoyed hearing your reasoning, and I think that it makes complete sense! I thabk you for sharing all your knowledge on dreadlocks, you've helped me a lot on my dreadlock journey.

[@bekablank]

I love this, really. During the video I thought that even without the dreadlocks, you're a person, whose spirit belongs to the group of ppl who have dreadlocks (i dont know if it even makes sense) and then you just said the same (that you remained the same person). I always thought that this something is kinda like a community, and there are ppl who have dreads and dont belong, and ppl who dont have dreads and still belong to this 'world'. I'm happy for you and hope that your youtube channel stays alive :)

[@gingermonster82]

I completely get it. My locks are only 3.5 years old and I am still learning from them, but I don't have a time line set in keeping them. When they are more work than joy or more of a hindrance to my life than what they add, I will remove them. Be that 2 years or 15 years from now. You put a lot of thought into it and have gained a lot from them and it sounds like you did what is best for you. You can always grow them again if you ever feel the need to walk that path again. Thanks for all the information and incite you have given and the resources that are still there for people taking the dreadlocks journey.

[@stankyasparagus4039]

Hey! Just wanted to say that I admire your power to do what you want, and to not be bogged down by something you don't find happiness in anymore! Your videos are/always will be some of the most helpful advice I've ever had for dreadlocks. So I guess I'm saying thanks for everything you've done! Peace and love x

[@shalaallgeier]

I feel the same way after a year of locs my decisions have been based on what I can and can’t do because of my hair. It sucks sometimes

[@TxNursePatti]

I have to tell you...I am SOOOO thankful you made this video. Here's the deal: I am a wife/mom/nurse in my *ahem* 30's. And I have wanted dreadlocks for YEARS, but was always afraid of the feedback from others. I have been watching your channel (and others) for quite a long time. Over the past few months, all of those channels (about dreadlocks) are covering removing their dreads. It really forces me to sit down and consider WHY I want them, if I am REALLY prepared for life with them, and all that goes with them... Anyway, long story-short, I'm grateful for your channel and I'm grateful for your insight - regardless if I dread my hair or not. You're a gem. You do you, broseph. 😊👍🏼👍🏼

[@evelampugnale853]

I’ve never made a comment on a video before but I just have to say thank you for this video!! I looked to your videos when I first started my dreads almost 6 years ago and I coincidentally chopped mine around the same time as you. This video perfectly sums up the feelings and rationale I’ve had floating around in my head since then. Just through watching this video I feel I have better closure of my own. Thank you💚

[@januaryanne]

Your hair looks great. I was frustrated with my dreads because of backcombing and wax so I removed them. After watching a lot of your videos I feel confident to try again with twist and rip and sea salt spray. Thank you for sharing your hair journey.

[@BrianVonClick]

Hey, you look great either way. I personally experienced that sort of “awakening” when I combed/cut them off in the past, because I too was younger and was in search of “who I was “ at the time; and it’s left me with this sentiment… We go through phases. Some come and go, while others last our entire lives. When you stop enjoying something, you should listen to yourself. And just you. If you’re constantly having to convince yourself that you have to first serve something ornamental, however deep the meaning, sometimes it’s good to let it/them go. Hair grows back. Sometimes it doesn’t! So enjoy the journey while you can.

[@celestialfox9282]

I'm actually starting my third set. I love them, but after so long, they become heavy, especially when they're wet. I'm just glad I have hair that can tolerate my decisions lol. I totally understand where you're coming from. It's a great journey, but change is great too.

[@missymzloca]

I was told I'd wouldn't see my 40th Birthday due to health reasons. When I turned 40, I promised I would finally get dreads, after wanting them most my life. It was a spiritual gift to myself. I've had them 13 years now. Trimmed them a year ago, they were past my knees. The pain they cause my neck, head were just too much. They are now in middle of my back. A lot lighter. There are so many points you made which I've been contemplating myself, the itchy scalp, super dry scalp. Shampooing and drying them for hours and hours....upto 12 or more! I so miss having water hit my scalp in the shower and just massaging my head! I sometimes think that's it! I'm cutting them! But when I trimmed them it was sooo hard I don't think I could completely remove them. Maybe one day. But just not ready yet! BTW, I'm a photographer and when I would go shoot gigs sometime the look on clients faces when a dreadhead shows up is hysterical. lol

[@gannon5409]

KZbin was missing this big Dread related video. Thank you for making it brother. 🙏🏽

[@mikesumner9232]

Well said bro... I learned a lot from you and your information to have my Dreads now and glad to see this video! Will this channel Still stay around and keep answering Dready questions? 🤔 Hopefully you do and I respect your decision, it's your hair and Lazy Dreads helped me out more than any other videos! 👌 Peace

[@thismandasapanda]

6 years and I don’t miss anything about “normal” hair. Nothing.

[@shadpierre7416]

So u had dreadlock?

[@DeafJackRussell]

Very happy for you!!! Thanks for all yoir help over the years and I hope u make videos on other things because you are such a rad dude! I enjoy hearing you speak you are a wonderful human

[@Briannashihadeh]

I've been in love with locks since I was a kid now it is my every day job to make, extend, naturally lock others. I have changed mine to ever color imaginable and with this freedom to change them I believe it's kept it interesting. I have heard from it of my customers, I'm not sure if I want locks for much longer. I think we definitely have a love hate relationship. Change can be freeing as well 🌼🌼 love you with or without locks🙏🙏 thanks for the video

[@JacobMatlock]

You do you, man. i love your videos there, great! You have a great perspective and you can do whatever you want with your hair but I'm sure you know that. Anyways I had a set of dreads, probably 4 or 5 years ago now, and I started them with twist and rip. Added extensions to them, probably about a year into it, and had them maintained professionally once. I loved them but ultimately decided to cut them off. Now I have a set of freeforms and I love them but I just want to know do you have any good tips on getting your dreads all the way dry I seem to have some water left in the center of the dreads I use oil but not that often. I'm just wondering because I already do the towel tunnel trick, and it seems to help a lot, but I can't seem to get them all the way dry thanks for the great videos, man!

[@Aconitum_napellus]

Every time my dreads need washing I contemplate cutting them off or trying to brush them out. I've had them for about 5 years now, I still love them but they can also be a pain in the arse.

[@conmcnard8468]

I miss you lol!!! Prayers up and much love always❤

[@TangoCharlieAlpha]

I'm 4-1/2 years in, and I'm ready to say goodbye to mine. They seem to dictate the things I do, hats I can or can't wear, activities, etc. I am NOT my hair. I needed them for a specific period in my life, and now I'm ready to change that. It's not because of any judgement, and I hear a lot of people saying that I shouldn't cut them. But I'm just ready to change. You were saying EXACTLY what I was feeling. You verbalized what points I feel are why I'm leaving the dread life.

[@HealingEvolutionTarot]

IM SO HAPPY FOR YOU! SOUNDS LIKE YOUVE LEARNED MANY THINGS. IM JUST GET STARTED AND LOVE YOUR VIDEOS SO I HAD TO WATCH THIS ONE INCASE I'd learn anything. Sounds like I'm gonna learn a lot about myself. ✌

[@AleAT]

not a day has gone by in the last 5 years where i didn't have at least one moment when i just wanted to rip these babies out of my head, but as long as i keep finding more of those other moments when i absolutely love them, they're staying... that being said, the day that changes, they're gone! it's just hair, if things change again later i can start them over, i'm definitely staying, whether you upload or not, this channel has been a great source of information, in my case, everything i needed to get comfortable in this journey 💖💖💖

[@thesoundofzilla]

I've had my dreads for 7 days now, previously before I grew my hair for 2 years to get the dreads I shaved my head with a complete 0 buzz cut for 15 years. Your reason for removing your dreads and me for growing my hair are actually pretty similar, so I can understand your reasoning. Do what you do for you man it really doesn't matter what others think or say as long as you're happy.

[@martiansunkingent.8231]

I know what he means. As my dreadlocks have gotten very long and as I have gotten older. I realized it is very hard to connect with the majority of people. When your young it’s easy to find rebellious people/ chill with stoners or hippies artist whatever. When you get older and those things are gone there is a huge disconnect between you and 90% of people that have been forced to conform to what is an acceptable look. It’s challenging lifestyle because people don’t wanna take you serious as a person or assume that you are denying to grow up/ be a responsible person without even getting into racial issues / entitlement to cultures & stuff like.

[@eliasparker5113]

I understand the perspective being represented here about the difficulty in maintaining "proper" dreads in relation to everyday society and the pains of a human beings life, thats sort of in the hustle and bustle of modern day society. My question is, I wonder how people who go 15, 20 plus years do it, without properly maintaining the cleanliness of their dreads. Do they just not care about the buildup/issues that will arise from poorly maintained dreads. Do they just let them run free and more or less ignore the cleanliness factor? look at Rastamen for example. I wonder how they manage it, I currently have a year and about 4 month free forms and I already understand your pains. Washing and drying takes an entire evening and I can have nothing planned or its like ahh, I can't really do that this evening I need to wash my dreads.

[@eljudas2571]

I started my dreadlocks bc of you, Gunther da great and great locks. I started in November of last year. The same time when you and Gunther were taking them off :(

[@kajgoethals4448]

ElJudas25 i started in november to when they took them out

[@MARYANNE269]

Bummer.. X I've watch vids by a girl who had great dreads then to finds she has none now.. lol it's a little disconcerting but hey, that's there journey and I'm great full for there journey shared as many of thes 'hiw too how not todo' vids are fascinating I'm loving finding out what I can about Having Dreads.. appart from the negative crap.. but that's the internet eh! I'm 2 weeks in to washing and not brushing my hair and it feels great 😜✌️

[@Jonas.Frazier]

Gunther is starting dreads again.

[@indianasalve1575]

Thank you for finally getting to this topic. I got from this, what I think anyway and what I've always said to people about my dreads. It is a journey, granted a visual one. And it is maybe symbolic about our own personal journey in life. And YOUR journey with the visual dreads, was over and it was time to move on without them. My first set I had for just over 5 years. And as you said, it just was a love hate relationship. I cut them off and after about 8 months went back with a new set. I'm on a new journey now. Not sure how long. For now it feels right.

[@BlackPriest001]

Any advice on roots if they fork? I haven’t seen info on what to do if it looks like the dread is dividing at the roots.

[@flip4394]

❤️ you aged like a set of Dreadlocks...lol following you for 8 years.... You're just as cute as we're then. It's crazy to have a total stranger be significant in your life, but your videos have helped me the whole way. Thank you brother. It was an honor to be included your collage ;) my bright pink baby dreads were awesome and frizzy! But my locs today are lovely. Lol , take it easy man.

[@lightninbub]

Now that your dreadlocks are gone would you consider making a video to answer these questions in retrospect?...(I've always wondered if people with long-term dreads gradually forget over the years how difficult undreaded hair can be and I think it would be fascinating to hear your "freshly undreaded" opinions) 1) how long does it take to dry your hair now that your dreads are gone compared to dry-time with dreads? 2) is sleeping without dreads noticeably more comfortable? 3) was it as great as you imagined to run your fingers or a brush thru your newly undeaded hair or was it anti-climatic? 4) is your scalp noticeably more able to breathe/cool down when you're active now? 5) in retrospect are dreads more or less difficult/uncomfortable/time consuming than undreaded hair? Basically, I find most hair styles to be somewhat of a hassel and I would love to have your post-dread input before I dreadlock my bum-length, silky, silver hair. Thanks in advance!

[@mattbeattie3978]

I cut my dreads after 5 years this year. You've been with me along this entire journey back to middle school. Crazy we both cut our dreads around the same time. Couldnt agree with this video anymore

[@jerescot]

Thanks for this, I'm currently in the process of thinking about removing my 15 year locs, but I've been identified for so long with them, it's a difficult process to get my head around. Will I still feel like me after? Will people treat me differently?

[@FederalEmployee]

3 and a half years I miss the feeling of water running directly on my head every shower

[@DirtBikes_MathGarden]

This is the thing I miss most about short hair. When I shave my head, the first thing I’ll do is shower.

[@coollary1]

It's a nice feeling. Having the wind brush your scalp, the warm your head(and not sweat as much), etc. I got over it within a week. Now I'm growing my hair again and having hair imo is better than having none. (buzz cut)

[@RoflsaurousRex09]

How are you not getting water directly on your hear? Cuz I get it directly on my head even though I have them.

[@jeremiahg.6569]

Ctreefort With dreads it hits the hair, then trickles down to your scalp. With short hair, you feel every drop. I never realized I missed it until now😥

[@FederalEmployee]

@@RoflsaurousRex09 I put them up in a tamb

[@FederalEmployee]

I also feel your experiences stay in your hair. The longer you have dreads, anything negative you go through, stays with you. I'd imagine getting rid of them can rid you of weight both physically and mentally.

[@TO-yq2qw]

Basically the video: in Soviet Russia, the dreadlocks have you

[@LazyDreads]

Yea, I'll go with that.

[@byrdieprey2590]

Yakoff Smirnoff!! Excellent reference!!

[@desariawalton2739]

Omg I can't believe it! I loved your dreads much love and blessings

[@SubwayBrat]

Your reasons for removing them reminds me of a video I saw, a girl with really long dreads down past her waist shaved her head completely bald (she kept 1 I think) because she felt it defined her and she wanted to be free from them

[@flowerpower1577]

never getting rid of my dreads its a journey sad that you did but if you like you’re hair like that then that’s all that matters

[@brotherjay9744]

Good on you bro! I had dreads shortly and had considered restarting them but I find it hard to say I’d feel 100% committed. So I just stay halfway between lol scraggly half neglected hair. Our hair does say a lot about who we are and what we value. Good on you for staying true to yourself.

[@richielavery2446]

I got rid of my first dreads after my daughter was born, partly because they kept ending up in her mouth and that became very gross. She’s three next month and I have started new dreads. She loves them and, thankfully, keeps them out of her mouth 🙂

[@tristonhowell4698]

You're amazing what's there without them and it's your life. You have made my journey easier and I'm glad that you have continued To progress on your own journey.

[@amorfati2192]

4 yrs into locs and although I'm not quite ready to let mine go I deeply get your reasoning in this vid as to the whys of moving on without them. I hope you'll enjoy your lighter head, may the "spirit of dreadlocks" be at your back in all you do 😄🙏✌

[@ms.creepylee]

I've had my dreads for 25 years and I'm 49 now, I think that like most things, fashion, hair style, music, relationships change as you get older. Your dreads did their job I guess you could say. I was older when I decided on dreads and haven't regretted it ever (except the drying after washing, we will all agree on that). But I agree , once you start living life according to whats best for your hair, it is time for a change. Interesting & honest video, thanks!

[@mynzahosiris9282]

Your hair and You look kool either way my Brotha...thanks for all You have shared...Your videos have helped me on my hair journey...

[@Summer21.]

Good to see you back. Your hair looks great without the dreadlocks as well as it did with the dreadlocks. Daryl. 😃

[@uchihajuggala]

I’ve watched your videos for a good six years (or more?) I missed my previous locs so much that I started new dreadlocks again this year (after not having them for years) The points you bring up are more than accurate, why you choose your hair for self expression and why you choose to revert it has good reason. Thanks for another great video!

[@guardianchaos]

Hey LazyDreads, I don't have dreadlocks but considering it and I was thinking can you braid dreads?? just curious

[@flask223]

I had dreadlocks for abt 2 years but then I had a mental breakdown and pulled them out. Tbh I kind of miss them but my hairs too short to make them again

[@sarahpellett8737]

Just found you. Dude… you’re awesome. With and without your dreads 😉 Thank you for sharing your knowledge as well as your honesty and vulnerability.

[@LazyDreads]

I appreciate that!

[@gettintherejanice6216]

well I am only two months in. it was a long time thinking. I have been told oh you don't want to do that because when you get sick of them you will have to cut them but seeing people keep long hair after 8 and 11 years of dreeds means thats not so. and maybe I will get sick of them and maybe at some point I will will trade them out for micro dreads. I don't so much mind the amount of fiddling at the mornings and waking up and just leaving my house without thinking about my hair. I had a serious shedding problem. my hair has not got thinner over all but I go through patches of time where my hair falls out way way more frequently than normal and my scalp would be very sensitive to it. a hair laying flat on my scalp freshly released from my head would itch like mad. like seriously in those seasons I would need to use a comb or atleast run my fingers through my hair every ten minutes not exagerating it was almost constant. I don't like the shower being full of hair or my hairs falling in things I hated the feeling of all the hairs that stuck to my hands in the bath when I ran my fingers through my hair.

[@LMSPetRescue]

I miss my dreadlocks so badly. I brushed mine out due to them being a never ending fight between my mom and I. I do plan to have them again sometime. I do agree people should reflect on why they want them and what it means to them. I was allergic to conditioner and have curly hair so it was logical, but I also needed a change when I got them. I felt stifled by other people and was having somewhat of an identity crisis and I was looking for something to connect me back to my roots. I come from pagan heritage (pagan/Celtic women often had dreadlocks) and I really wanted to embrace that, and I honestly loved the look of them. But over time they became more than that. I felt free with them because suddenly my hair wasn’t the enemy that I couldn’t do anything with, I was letting go of trying to fit in and be someone I’m not, and in general it felt like it was one less thing I had to deal with because my natural hair is so much maintenance as is that dreadlocks were less work. They became a stepping stone for freeing up my mind to reflect on what I want to and grow, but I do see hair as just hair. With or without locs I’m the same person, they were just similar to a piece of jewelry you always wear and feel attached to, it means a lot to me but without them nothing changes, it just symbolizes a mentality Same reason why I shaved my head when I left a bad relationship, it was freeing, I was taking control of my definition of beauty and letting go of the past

[@RoflsaurousRex09]

It's not your mom's hair.