Transitioning can be a period in one’s life that is filled with every emotion under the sun—joy, peace, trauma, fear, happiness and many more. The good news is, while it’s normal to experience ups and downs during your transition, the journey does not have to completely be an emotional roller coaster. Dr. Kari Williams, natural hair expert and author of The Journey Back: How to Transition Back to Your Natural Curl, believes the transition period should be filled with more joy than pain and used as a time to embrace your natural texture. Here, Dr. Williams shares excerpts from her book and her top tips for a happy, healthy transition.