During the Covidiocy, I found a new barbershop. Based dudes. Good convo. Good place. But it's a bit far and I thought I'd try a closer place today.
Walked in, and I was the only customer. A man was sitting in a barber chair, and a woman invited me in. A woman? I don't consider it a true barbershop if there is a woman anywhere in the building. A salon? Fine. But a barbershop is one of the last dude-only places. Or, should be.
But I guess she was "up" and so she cut my hair.
She wore a face mask. I told her she didn't have to wear it, as far as I am concerned. She ignored my comment. The TV was on and it had a trash daytime show on. In between pleasant conversation, I told her that show was poison. She ignored that comment, too.
She was a nice lady. But I did not like the vibe of the environment. At the end, I went to the cash register and paid. I usually tip 50% for haircuts. It's a far more personal service than a restaurant, and I think the tip should be a good one. This time, I did not tip anything.
I said, "Before I go, I want to tell you something. I think you are a nice lady. I think you did a good job on my haircut. But I will not be coming back. The reason I won't be coming back is that (pointing to TV) is garbage, and I find it offensive. And I also find it offensive that you are wearing a face mask. Face masks do not stop the spread of viruses. We have all been lied to, and you are perpetuating that lie by wearing it. I think you are a nice person and I wish you luck, but I won't be coming back."
Her eyes were huge. She was in shock. Stunned. Could not speak, it would seem. Just then, the phone rang, and she turned to answer it. I turned, and walked out the door.
Was it too harsh? I am done being on the defensive. If the sheep won't wake up on their own, maybe they need a poke in the ribs.
Mixed feelings on it, but that is how it went down.
I'm a woman but I think youre right. If I were a man I wouldnt like a soap opera on at a barber shop. I dont like it on at my tax office or doctor reception room either. Besides simply being unprofessional it indicates to me lazy women eating bon-bons instead of making dinner for family.
As for face mask it might depend on the local guidelines or her boss mandating it. But you did good to educate her. If I were her I would have said to you from the start and ask you if you were comfortable with why she wears one.
Oh, it was far worse than that. It was the Ellen DeGeneres Show. It's a small miracle I didn't vomit. kek
You were honest and you were polite, and you offered constructive criticism. I'm a woman and I'd have had no problem hearing what you had to say the way you said it, meaning your tone and delivery would not have turned me off. She probably didn't like hearing the meaning of your words, but that's her problem, not yours.
Also, I've been in corporate management and taken a lot of horse riding instruction, and I always found it helpful to be told by sensible people what I could do better, especially as without constructive criticism, one may never figure things out on their own.
Thanks for that feedback. That was my goal: constructive criticism, with a little "sheep education" in the mix.
We can't just be on the defensive all the time.
It’s perfect. The time has come to get louder. My shy little wife told a couple at the playground the other day to get that mask off their child because a kid has to breath. I was stunned and very proud. It was 95 degrees for crying out loud.
A champion is born.
kek
Act like your Mamma is watching you and you can;t go wrong.
That may not be sound advice...my Mama taught me!!!!
My momma spanked me once, and that's all I ever needed.
For a split second, I thought that was the name of the Barbershop. "Based Dudes" lol.
And I think you absolutely did the right thing. Good for you.
You spoke the truth. Your attitude seemed respectful. You were direct. She now has an opportunity to make a decision with that truth that could improve her life. You did well.
Little harsh. But you're not a regular so I wouldn't empathize. And your encounter will be burned in her memory for a long time! I believe you made a change today and I congratulate you!
No, some people honestly just don’t know. She was trying to do the right thing, according to “society” (Her TV)
Good job! You were not insulting her and you were being honest.
If you had hair like mine your wife, if your married, could cut it in approximately 5 minutes and you wouldn't have to pay, tip or watch TV!
Sometimes heroes don’t wear capes. Other times, heroes sport sweet fresh haircuts!
You rock! I am fed up as well. These people need to be put in their place and, at times, mocked for their foolish behavior.