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 Jul 7 2004, 03:49 AM
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Posted: June 30 2004,01:24
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My friend had this compulsion of hair- dyeing. It must've been compulsive, 'cus she'd change her hair colour every couple of days and sometimes even more often. She spent lot of money for colour and she'd hide it under the bed. When she went blond, she stayed blond for awhile but still dyed her hair almost every day. She just couldn't stand having same hair for a long time.
She was going throgh pretty unstabile period in her life at the time and I believe that was just her way of getting through it.
She doesn't do it anymore, though, at least not so often.
She said dyeing her hair made her feel better inside for awhile and then she'd feel bad again.
Anyway, I thought I'd share that with you. Take care!
inner_chaos
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Posted: July 06 2004,14:52
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you can give me a haircut any time you want---just dont get too carried away...i need my fur...if you shaved me i would look horrid!!!! Could you imagine a grouch without fur?? EEEK!!!
Seriously though, how goes the compulsive hair cutting battle? better worse, managing?
i love razor combs. they are great for spiking my hair. so cool. i dont cut my own hair. the hair dressor does it...but those razor comes work wonders and they are great for bangs too.
just checking in with ya,
take care,
IC~ a.k.a Oscar the Grouch
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~Inner Chaos~
I ask for peace
it is not granted.
A storm is brewing,
I rage within.
Let lightening
strike me down,
For then perhaps
I may find peace.~IC
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Lizzy Any change is scary even when we want it  |
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Jul 9 2004, 03:00 AM
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cat
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Posted: July 08 2004,15:13
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Hi inner chaos,(oscar the grouch)
LOL!! I feel like my hair is starting to grow out already! Iv recieved lots of compliments on this cut so maybe Ill try to leave it alone for a week or two. Sure id love to cut your hair! Dont worry I only scalp myself .I do like hair on other people! Really though,I wish I could control the urge .I just dont know what it is.
Thanks for
checking in!
Take care,
Cat
inner_chaos
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Posted: July 08 2004,17:23
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i dont think you fully get the joke,
up until yesterday my avatar was oscar the grouch, but then the server that i was hosting the pic from crashed or something and pic disappeared and there went my avatar of oscar the grouch, so now no more oscar and i now have this wierd though kind of cool purple thing.
so unless you saw oscar you now know exactly what i was referring to when i wrote that post!
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~Inner Chaos~
I ask for peace
it is not granted.
A storm is brewing,
I rage within.
Let lightening
strike me down,
For then perhaps
I may find peace.~IC
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Aug 4 2004, 02:06 PM
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From: Illinios
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inner chaos, Ok ,Bang cutting class in session>>using a guide line Its best to have damp hair(not dripping wet) Step 1 Take a small section(strip about an1/2 inch width) of bang from the middle of your forehead. Pull hair lightly down to desired length.(Usually right at top bridge of your nose to be safe.Because it will shrink abit after cutting. step 2 Cut that small section then bring another small section from the side and match it to the strip you just cut.Do the same on the other side.repeat until all bang is cut. Step 3 comb bangs straight down and just cut along any hairs you might of missed. Step 4 Razor comb Optional.:D repeat steps 1 and 2 running razor(lightly) through the sections.never razor at or near scalp. start 1/2 way down the section. this give a slight layered effect and texture.If you have very fine hair,skip step 4. Why does guppy shave her head??? Cat :cool: 
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Aug 4 2004, 02:48 PM
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From: Arlington, Virginia
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Cat,
I have the exact same compulsion, hair cutting. I know there is a lot of joking about this here, but I can tell you it is serious. If not controlled, it can become debilitating. I have gone through sessions where it has lasted for hours, and I cannot stop, even though I know rationally that it is completely stupid. That fact that you mentioned that you were compelled to give up laundry (ie. stop in the middle of something) to start cutting indicates that it is more than just a simple urge to change your hair style.
I can tell you that in my experience something related to self-esteem usually triggers it, but it is not always clear what it is that is really in my sub-conscious. I can also tell you that the only solution is to get away from the mirror, no matter what it takes. You will never have that perfect haircut, trust me, and you will end up with very sore eyes to say the least from holding the mirror up to see the back of your head.
It is an on-going struggle, I know. And yes, it goes away, and then comes back. I wish you the best, and understand that someone out there empathizes more than you know!
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Aug 5 2004, 03:23 PM
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Joined: 4-August 04
From: Arlington, Virginia
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Cat,
my background: Have had mild OCD since I was a child. I of course never knew there was a name for what was going on, only knew that at times the obsessions and compulsions drove me nuts, and I would have done anything to get them to stop. I recall a series of years where everything had to be in 4's. I had to wash my hair exactly 4 times, I had to swallow exactly 4 times (very annoying when trying to get to sleep), etc. This seemed to stop for no apparent reason, but I still find myself doing things in 4's occasionally. I also had other rituals that I did that were less intrusive. I also have suffered from the obsession side, not being able to stop thinking about things that I am focused on. This can be anything, but is debilitating at times, particularly in relationships that are not going very well. If only I could say the right thing, if only I say it this way, if only...you probably get the picture/can relate. I also have difficulty shopping, I return things all the time. In fact, I have returned 4 pillows this week, as they were not 'perfect'. Clothes drive me nuts, they never are right.
As for medication, I was on Prozac for 5 years. It definately helped, but I couldn't handle the side effects anymore, including the weight gain that started in year 2 or 3. A month after stopping cold turkey, I lost 26 pounds. I also entered a period of severe depression due to a relationship problem. I tried zoloft (was a zombie), paxil (bad headaches), and wellbutrin (worked great, but I was continuously and dangerously angry, not at all my normal demeaner). I have since tried more holistic approaches. This works more for anxiety, something that has developed and become severe at times over the past few years. Acupunture worked well for the anxiety, as did prayer and self assessment.
All in all, it's a constant struggle, the hair cutting is just one manifestation of the overall problem.
I also have a very strong family history of OCD and anxiety issues, so I am completely convinced it's genetic.
Thats my experience in a nutshell, just wanted to let you know your hair cutting is not that out of the ordinary, others have it also!
Take care,
Andy
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Aug 10 2004, 11:11 AM
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From: Illinios
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I thinks its cool that guppe donates her hair! Guppe ,It feels kinda weird to be talking about you when your not here. It just cuz we're missing you. Thanks, innerchoas for the info! I have to shave everyday! If I cant get it with a razor Ill go at it with the tweezers. I hate the feeling of new grown hair!!I also cant stand the feeling of hair on my neck.If I could afford it ..I would have that hair lazor treatment done all over my body(except my head)Or better yet I want the home version. cat 
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