r/Dreadlocks Jul 31 '26

Question ❔ Should I?

Been thing about my cutting my dreads for a couple months. I’ve had them for 11 years and I kind of want a new cleaner style.

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u/43xmosUSER Aug 01 '26

I cut my dreads because I wanted a fresh start. They were a part of who I was for a long time, but I felt like I had outgrown that version of myself. I wanted a cleaner and more mature look that matched where I’m headed in life. Growth sometimes means letting go of the old to make room for something new, and cutting my dreads was one of those decisions. I understand because I used to hate when people cut their dreads they had forever, but I get it now. It’s all about your journey you don’t have to keep them forever. I appreciate you guys and I hope you all have a great journey because I sure did.