Some books I just don't buy

There are a number of Alopecia books on the market.

I have read none of them. Not one.

I mentioned in an earlier post, "Investing time in living with alopecia", that I genuinely know very little about my condition of alopecia. This is just my way of coping with it I guess.

However since having the blog, I have done more research than ever before, as I quickly realized, many people expect me to have answers to their questions on the condition.

In addition, a friend recently challenged me on my lack of knowledge. She could not understand why I would not be reading all the latest literature on alopecia and at least reading about other the journeys of other people, their learnings and their experiences. She really felt I needed to understand more and know my facts on my condition. Yes ma'am!

So I had to really think about my rationale. Why had I not done much research?  Why did I not own any of the books on this subject?

Was it just my way of coping? Was I too lazy? Was it time? Maybe I didn't really care.

I decided my reasoning was as follows. I just don't want books about alopecia on my bookshelves. It's as simple as that. I love looking through other peoples bookshelves that are on display in their living space, perusing through the genres, the authors and the range. And somehow, I just couldn't see copies of alopecia books being part of our collection. Oh look, Macbeth, Shades of Grey and Bald women. Mmm, not really my vision.

I realize how silly that may sound, especially given the fact that there are no rules on the fact that books have to displayed. But I found it interesting to understand what was holding me back.

So following this insight, I have now made a different decision. I am going to go and buy two alopecia books right now. I am going to see what I can learn from others.

As to where I will display them. Not so sure, maybe under the bed for now.