I'm Bringing Classy Back...

Let's talk about classic things. While I am a huge fan of technology (massive fan really), I can't help but feel that our society is getting more and more disconnected. Separated from... not necessarily traditional values, but rather traditions them selves. How many people actually look for a barber any more? I'm not talking about a beautician in a chop shop with some clippers. An actual certified barber. One who's been barbers school. One that you can establish a relationship with (of the friendly sort). It seems to me that they are a dying breed, being replaced by those who value convenience over an experience.

 

My favorite example of how I like to add a bit of classic into my daily routine is my shaving routine.  As you can see from the picture to your right, I've gone old school. That is a very nice straight razor that does a fine job of keeping my face smooth. I generally shave after my daily shower because my face is nice and soft from the nice hot water and steam. A bit of pre-shave oil goes on first to give the blade an easier time as it glides over my skin. Next comes the rich later, followed by the shave itself. All in all, from start to finish, it's about 20 minutes for me to shave. For me, it's a rather enjoyable process and one that I love doing.

 

It doesn't end with shaving. As I mentioned in a previous post, I enjoy the process of brewing... er... steeping coffee in my French Press. Sure, it takes longer, but I am able to control every aspect of the brew. From the water temperature, the amount of grounds, coarseness of the grind, to the length of time it steeps, I am able to brew an amazing cup of coffee. In today's fast paced world, we need to stop and take a few moments to reflect back on what got us to where we are. For some, we find that we enjoy some of the more traditional things in life. With everything designed for our convenience, we have become acclimated to instant gratification. Hopefully, you can find something you enjoy doing that's a process and a bit of a throwback to the olden days.