Impossible to change to TAPERED ENDS BRUSH STROKE (Multiple Failed Attempts)

I've nearly exhausted every option and I've looked at previous posts.
I could be doing some steps wrong, but I am trying to CREATE/FIND/PERSONALIZED a BRUSH TOOL w/ TAPERED ENDS as you draw. I showed what I mean at the pictures to the side.
I've already tried changing my Minimum Diameter Control or any other of the controls into "Pen Pressure" or "Fade Out" and then I save that setting. BUT when I draw it still looks the same. I also have a pen tablet; so, I don't understand WHY it's not working. If you even have a Brush Set with tapered ends for Photoshop that I could import - THAT would be fine too.
I previously had all the right settings by luck BUT lost it all in a computer error. HOW do I get back a tapered end brush stroke?
Example of how I would like for the brush to end. I want to be able to draw two lines to create a sharp end to a "piece of hair."




