Longer hair

In the interview on Inside the Actor's Studio, Johnny Depp cited that he once "stupidly thought that when" his hair is down, he's "hiding" and "invisible". Although I don't share the exact sentiment, growing my hair to its current bowl shape,- the longest I've ever had my hair at- I do understand and somewhat feel that personal sense of security. While I was walking through the streets under the drizzling rain, I realised my hair didn't feel as soaked as it'd normally be. I know this sounds dumb but it's like my hair is this special helmet of protection. It felt as though my hair has become an integral part of my being which I greatly appreciate for its functionality and individuality it gives me. Having my hair at this length, has given me some personal space and probably, identity.

Nah, i'm not going to be emo and grow a long fringe to cover my face and expression. The point, however, is that I believe I can understand the value people place in their hair. I think I can empathise with people who've their long hair cut. It removes away their identity, their personal security- that's why some cry when that happens. Sounds superficial but consider this, superficiality has this special connect to substance and meaning. Why else do we place so much value in inanimate objects and symbols as reminders?