A Community-Based Research Project
What happens when grooming meets psychology?
@KnowmadBarber is currently conducting a research study based in New York City, as part of a psychology thesis exploring how barbershops act as third spaces that support men’s emotional well-being.
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What happens when grooming meets psychology?
How It Works
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Through interviews, surveys, and mindful grooming sessions, we aim to explore:
What conversations naturally emerge in the barber’s chair
How men experience trust and connection in grooming rituals
Whether barbers feel emotionally equipped to support their clients
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August 23rd, 2 p.m. CDT
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Why Participate?
Sessions take 1 to 2 hoursAll haircuts are performed by barbers-in-training at ARROJO Academy, Every session is guided by expert educators, Participation is voluntary and confidential
If you are a client or a barber, your voice matters. This research could pave the way for emotional intelligence training programs for barbers, new service experiences, and more conscious community-building.