Hey lovelies. I haven't been posting much at all because there has been a lot going on.
I am now in the Alpha phase of my program. There's Intro, Alpha, Beta, and Gamma. So we've been on the salon floor for a few weeks and I've been working on real clients. My first client was just a damage remedy treatment, where I shampooed her and let her lay in the bowl for about five minutes with the treatment masque on. I had my fingers crossed that that would be my first service, since it was an easy one to start off with, and thank god I got what I had hoped for. It went okay, I knew I had a lot to improve on, especially with shampooing because I kept getting water in her ear. But as I had more clients, my confidence continued to build up. I had a men's cut, which was the scariest thing for me. My educators knew I was not up for it at all so they checked up on me a lot during my service and was just a few steps away when I needed them. It turned out really well and he loved it.
I'm glad that some of the educators at school are so supportive because it makes learning and doing new things a lot easier. I've also been having trouble getting myself up to go to school each morning since there's so much going on, but my counselor is really good and has been motivating me and reassuring me that I can do this.
These past couple of months have taught me a lot. Growing up is definitely not easy. Since I was thirteen, I couldn't wait to be on my own and live by myself but now that the time has come, it's REALLY hard. Especially for people who go to school and have to work to support themselves, like me. I have school three days a week from 9AM-8PM. That takes up my whole day so I can't work on those days. On my days off, I work. I've only recently started getting days off, like starting last week. It was really hard going to school and work every single day. It's like there wasn't a day to look forward to. For example, if I had the weekend off, I would be excited on Fridays and look forward to the weekends. That why I asked for less hours, but then at the same time, I know I need the money. So the choice is either money or a day to relax and not stress? I am currently trying to get a new job and fix my schedule up. I also have to keep track of my spending, to have enough to eat, pay rent, bills, everything.. I can't even shop like I used to. No more retail therapy ): It's hard to feel so stressed out and unstable. A lot of times I just feel hopeless and want to give up.
I think the most important thing is motivation. For those of you also going through a tough time, always seek motivation. Whether it be a friend, a counselor, or a role model, being motivated will keep you going when nothing else can. I'm lucky and super thankful for such a great family and boyfriend for supporting me and keeping me grounded. I also have a few friends that understand exactly what I'm feeling or what I'm going through and I'm glad, because it's hard to go through things by yourself when there's no one there to understand.
As my boyfriend always says, "chin up". Things will get better, I hope.
I am now in the Alpha phase of my program. There's Intro, Alpha, Beta, and Gamma. So we've been on the salon floor for a few weeks and I've been working on real clients. My first client was just a damage remedy treatment, where I shampooed her and let her lay in the bowl for about five minutes with the treatment masque on. I had my fingers crossed that that would be my first service, since it was an easy one to start off with, and thank god I got what I had hoped for. It went okay, I knew I had a lot to improve on, especially with shampooing because I kept getting water in her ear. But as I had more clients, my confidence continued to build up. I had a men's cut, which was the scariest thing for me. My educators knew I was not up for it at all so they checked up on me a lot during my service and was just a few steps away when I needed them. It turned out really well and he loved it.
I forgot to get a before picture ):
I'm glad that some of the educators at school are so supportive because it makes learning and doing new things a lot easier. I've also been having trouble getting myself up to go to school each morning since there's so much going on, but my counselor is really good and has been motivating me and reassuring me that I can do this.
These past couple of months have taught me a lot. Growing up is definitely not easy. Since I was thirteen, I couldn't wait to be on my own and live by myself but now that the time has come, it's REALLY hard. Especially for people who go to school and have to work to support themselves, like me. I have school three days a week from 9AM-8PM. That takes up my whole day so I can't work on those days. On my days off, I work. I've only recently started getting days off, like starting last week. It was really hard going to school and work every single day. It's like there wasn't a day to look forward to. For example, if I had the weekend off, I would be excited on Fridays and look forward to the weekends. That why I asked for less hours, but then at the same time, I know I need the money. So the choice is either money or a day to relax and not stress? I am currently trying to get a new job and fix my schedule up. I also have to keep track of my spending, to have enough to eat, pay rent, bills, everything.. I can't even shop like I used to. No more retail therapy ): It's hard to feel so stressed out and unstable. A lot of times I just feel hopeless and want to give up.
I think the most important thing is motivation. For those of you also going through a tough time, always seek motivation. Whether it be a friend, a counselor, or a role model, being motivated will keep you going when nothing else can. I'm lucky and super thankful for such a great family and boyfriend for supporting me and keeping me grounded. I also have a few friends that understand exactly what I'm feeling or what I'm going through and I'm glad, because it's hard to go through things by yourself when there's no one there to understand.
As my boyfriend always says, "chin up". Things will get better, I hope.
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