Why I’m Not Washing My Hair Anymore (Sort Of)
About this episode
Elaine discusses her decision to skip shampoo and the insights it provided about creativity and mental clarity.
In this honest, no-fluff episode, Elaine shares why she’s skipping the shampoo (kind of) — and what it taught her about creativity, burnout, and the surprising power of stillness. 🎹 What you'll learn: ✨ Why your best ideas hit when the water does (literally) 💡 The science behind “shower thoughts” — and how to use them 🧠 What stylists miss when there’s never quiet or pause 🚿 Why scalp stimulation and routine rhythms unlock real insight 🎯 How to create mental white space (without a full-bl...
People in this episode
Host: Elaine Travis
Topics covered
- creativity
- burnout
- stillness
- shower thoughts
- scalp stimulation
- mental white space
Keywords
- hair care
- shampoo
- creativity
- burnout
- stillness
- shower thoughts
- scalp stimulation
- mental clarity
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