Ways To Respond When Someone In Your Life Wants A Tattoo

What inspires you? Could it come from your friends or family? Maybe its from a well-known person that seemed to do the impossible? Whatever the reason, inspiration has the ability to make us so courageous that it seems like anyone can do anything. These moments when we feel so powerful, it should be remembered, and what better way to have a deeper meaning than a story behind a tattoo?

Inspiration is our main motivator in life where it helps drive a person to do the most incredible things. Sometimes we can see this inspiration in words, another person's actions, an animal, or even a picture of nature. When we see things we like, we want to continue to see them, and one way of doing this can be to tattoo them on our own body. 

While being inspired may not be everyone's reason for wanting a tattoo, I believe that it should be the main attribute to even consider it. As everyone knows, tattoos are forever, and the attempts to remove them will be more painful than when you got it in the first place. A tattoo should be meaningful, as you will see it, or others will, for the rest of your life. I believe that it shouldn't4 be just anything ordinary that means nothing to you. 

What do you say when someone gets a tattoo?

The first thing to do when hearing someone you know bring up the idea of getting a tattoo is not to discourage them, but to converse what their reasons for getting one are or what exactly they are thinking about getting. Negativity will only make them rush or do something irrational. 

The people who a person may not want to tell is someone in their life who seems to act like a critic in life choices. Getting a tattoo is considered a life decision, mainly because of its permanence. The right thing to do is to make sure that this is something that they want, and if it is, help them decide on a direction they want so that they will not have any regrets in the future. 

When getting a tattoo, the outcome of not liking it in the future is possible. That's probably why so many people judge them in a negative perspective. After you see that they are determined in their decision, all you can do is give a second opinion. Some ideas that people get are suppose to have only one meaning that its sole purpose was for, but when seen by another person, it could look or mean something entirely different. 

This person wanting the tattoo, its their decision to get one, not yours. The best way to handle it is just to be as supportive as possible. You do have a small amount of power to guide them, but do not abuse it. It should be used to help this person figure out this important commitment. 

Adding on to these statements, I have my own background with tattoos. I knew that I wanted one for years, and didn't know how my mom would react. I knew she wouldn't completely discourage it, because she has tattoos of her own. When I did tell her, she helped guide me in a way that I didn't realize would help me with this kind of choice.

Many things are not said to you unless you talk to someone who has gone through the process. She helped me figure out placement, which I hadn't even thought about before. She also told me not to get anything until I was completely sure it was what I wanted. 

How do you comfort someone getting a tattoo?

The next influence that we get when wanting to get a tattoo comes from out family friends. They may criticize even the idea of getting one, many families can be very traditional and look down on this form of body art. This is the chance to encourage the person to get something they won't ever regret getting though. A tattoo can mean so much to a person if given advice to really think things through of what it should be. 

Peers and coworkers will be the next to judge because of the importance of appearance. Many jobs out there will not hire for the sake of appearance, which is understandable when they are trying to be the look of professionalism and respectable. Tattoos unfortunately are not that look, and some employers will either not hire or have people cover their tattoos up. In other words, placement is just as important as what the tattoo is. 

Another thing to remember is that when going into actually getting the tattoo, and its the first time, you need to expect pain. Sometimes bringing a friend or family member as moral support might help.

Its also extremely important to do your research when looking for designs and the artists. Not every tattoo artist is suited to every client. Its a piece of art that will forever be on your body, so making sure that you're getting the best possible outcome will help alleviate some stress. 

When I got my first tattoo, I had no idea what to expect, so I brought my sister with me. She had a lot more experience about going through what is done. I knew it would be painful, but the kind of pain I went through was not exactly how I imagined it. I guess it should have been common sense that skin closer to the bone would hurt more than skin that laid on fat, but me being completely ignorant, I didn't think much of it. 

My sister helped me prep it after it was done, so it could heal in the best way. I am so happy that I brought her with me, because I don't think I could have ever gone through that alone. 

What do you say when you want a tattoo?

Making the decision of getting a tattoo can come up unexpectedly or it could be a years-long wish. Whichever one it is, don't ever rush the process. When you are patient, the results should be worth it in the long run.

You are never alone in this kind of situation, there are many others that struggle to figure out how they should go about making their own decisions without too much interference from others. One such source has explained their own experience and the outcome goes her way. Not everyone in her family was supportive, but this was something that she wanted. The support of her mother and sister helped her keep determination. 

The desire of a tattoo may sometimes be difficult to explain to family or friends, especially if they disagree with tattoos. No matter what they have to say, it is ultimately your choice. If you trust their judgement, then it may be helpful to listen to any pointers. 

Some may say that you will ruin your chance at ever getting a job in the future. I think that jobs these days are ever-evolving from common stereotypes, but I completely understand this statement. Employers may not take well to a person with visible tattoos. Placement, apparently, is everything. 

Its not best to avoid telling your family that this is what you want if you're anticipating criticism. There are people who think its best to not tell at all, and let them find out on their own. I don't think that is a good idea. I truly believe that you should be honest, but also don't let any kind of pessimism discourage you from what you want. Just think about your choices and do your research. You most likely will get something that can inspire you and others for years to come. 

I was worried about telling my mom, but my sister was my greatest influence that I could have ever asked for. I do owe my mom some credit when she gave me the advice to always think and rethink every detail about the tattoo. Not just about the design, but also how big it will be, where it will be, and consider how I will be thinking about it in the future. Living life with no regrets can be risky, but its okay to take one small step in that direction.