Healing by Hair Part 1 with Blake Clingman
Healing by Hair Part 1 with Blake Clingman
August 7, 2024
Healing by Hair Part 1 with Blake Clingman
August 7th, 2024
Episode 10
Episode 10
In this episode, we discuss the intersection of hairdressing and mental health with Blake Clingman, artistic director at Salon Kroma of Cary, North Carolina. Blake highlights the emotional and therapeutic aspects of being a hairdresser, sharing how salon professionals often act as informal therapists for their clients. She describes a typical day in the salon, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe, comfortable space and the unexpected math and science involved in hairdressing. Blake talks about the deep, intimate conversations she has with clients and how she manages her own emotions to provide the best experience for them.
In this episode, we discuss the intersection of hairdressing and mental health with Blake Clingman, artistic director at Salon Kroma of Cary, North Carolina. Blake highlights the emotional and therapeutic aspects of being a hairdresser, sharing how salon professionals often act as informal therapists for their clients. She describes a typical day in the salon, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe, comfortable space and the unexpected math and science involved in hairdressing. Blake talks about the deep, intimate conversations she has with clients and how she manages her own emotions to provide the best experience for them.
In this episode, we discuss the intersection of hairdressing and mental health with Blake Clingman, artistic director at Salon Kroma of Cary, North Carolina. Blake highlights the emotional and therapeutic aspects of being a hairdresser, sharing how salon professionals often act as informal therapists for their clients. She describes a typical day in the salon, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe, comfortable space and the unexpected math and science involved in hairdressing. Blake talks about the deep, intimate conversations she has with clients and how she manages her own emotions to provide the best experience for them.
She also touches on the evolving role of hairdressers, including movements like Bluemind Foundation’s "Heal by Hair," which trains hairdressers to recognize mental health issues and provide support. Blake's reflections reveal the significant emotional labor and empathy required in her profession, illustrating how a haircut can be much more than just a haircut.
She also touches on the evolving role of hairdressers, including movements like Bluemind Foundation’s "Heal by Hair," which trains hairdressers to recognize mental health issues and provide support. Blake's reflections reveal the significant emotional labor and empathy required in her profession, illustrating how a haircut can be much more than just a haircut.
She also touches on the evolving role of hairdressers, including movements like Bluemind Foundation’s "Heal by Hair," which trains hairdressers to recognize mental health issues and provide support. Blake's reflections reveal the significant emotional labor and empathy required in her profession, illustrating how a haircut can be much more than just a haircut.
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