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Topic: contemplating getting a "spiritual" TATTOO , disrespectful?
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Saraintheski Knowflake Posts: 610 From: Registered: May 2011
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posted July 01, 2012 03:19 AM
I'm having this urge to get a tattoo on my upper chest right in the middle one that has some meaning to me , plus I think it looks neat . I have been through quite a bit in the past 2 years and I feel like through these experiences i'm somewhat enlightened & I know that whatever I need is already in me . I was thinking about getting an om symbol or green tara because she has been a theme throughout these 2 years although I feel deities are used in the wrong way I was thinking more of something like these ... What do you think
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RegardesPlatero Moderator Posts: 3192 From: Storybrooke, Mr. Gold's Shop Registered: Sep 2011
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posted July 01, 2012 04:17 AM
I'm not normally into tattoos, but I do think that the first design is pretty. I would say that a tattoo probably isn't disrespectful if you know the meaning behind it, the design is tasteful and not gaudy or flashy, and it's written/depicted correctly--from what you've written, it does sounds like you do know what it means and have done the research. And, too, it sounds like it would be covered, so it would be OK for work or formal events. Just be sure that you really want to do it, since tattoos are very expensive to try to remove, and make sure that you go to a reputable place. And, too, maybe just check to see what other people in your faith feel/teach about tattoos: some faiths are more accepting of them than others. Another idea that's not as permanent might be to have a piece of jewelry (I was thinking like a tasteful pendant or ring) custom-made so that it would be unique, have meaning for you, and you could take it off/it would not be permanent if you ended up not liking how it turned out. Again, though, just check in and see how others of your faith feel about it. IP: Logged |
SunChild Moderator Posts: 3205 From: Australia Registered: Apr 2009
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posted July 01, 2012 05:04 AM
LOVE LOVE LOVE the design & placement. ------------------ Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let pain make you hate. Do not let bitterness steal your sweetness. Take pride that even though the rest of the world may disagree, you still believe it to be a beautiful place. -Kurt Vonnegut. IP: Logged |
Saraintheski Knowflake Posts: 610 From: Registered: May 2011
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posted July 01, 2012 05:44 AM
quote: Originally posted by RegardesPlatero: I'm not normally into tattoos, but I do think that the first design is pretty. I would say that a tattoo probably isn't disrespectful if you know the meaning behind it, the design is tasteful and not gaudy or flashy, and it's written/depicted correctly--from what you've written, it does sounds like you do know what it means and have done the research. And, too, it sounds like it would be covered, so it would be OK for work or formal events. Just be sure that you really want to do it, since tattoos are very expensive to try to remove, and make sure that you go to a reputable place. And, too, maybe just check to see what other people in your faith feel/teach about tattoos: some faiths are more accepting of them than others. Another idea that's not as permanent might be to have a piece of jewelry (I was thinking like a tasteful pendant or ring) custom-made so that it would be unique, have meaning for you, and you could take it off/it would not be permanent if you ended up not liking how it turned out. Again, though, just check in and see how others of your faith feel about it.
This is definitely something that I will need too think about for quite some time , I absolutely love the first design , I feel a strong connection with it , thank's for the customized pendant idea . I'm still debating whether this will look trashy and how this can turn out ..
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Saraintheski Knowflake Posts: 610 From: Registered: May 2011
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posted July 01, 2012 05:46 AM
quote: Originally posted by SunChild: LOVE LOVE LOVE the design & placement.
Thank's it is lovely , the placement is a big issue I've never had a tattoo and I SWORE for my first it would not be on the chest butttt this seemed like a good place for this although i'm not sure maybe the shoulder? of inside of my arm? IP: Logged |
FireMoon Knowflake Posts: 278 From: Minnesota Registered: Mar 2012
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posted July 01, 2012 07:06 AM
First of all I think the design is beautiful and don't think it's disrespectful at all if you know the meaning behind it and it's significant for you.... Also, I know someone who has a tatoo that's only visible in the dark... Don't laugh this is a real thing, there's special ink that will be completely invisible in the light but are completelty vissible in black light or that glow in the dark. I don't know much about it but though it might be a cool alternative for someone who wants a tatoo but doesn't want it to be visible to the pubic... IP: Logged |
Saraintheski Knowflake Posts: 610 From: Registered: May 2011
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posted July 01, 2012 07:41 AM
quote: Originally posted by FireMoon: First of all I think the design is beautiful and don't think it's disrespectful at all if you know the meaning behind it and it's significant for you.... Also, I know someone who has a tatoo that's only visible in the dark... Don't laugh this is a real thing, there's special ink that will be completely invisible in the light but are completelty vissible in black light or that glow in the dark. I don't know much about it but though it might be a cool alternative for someone who wants a tatoo but doesn't want it to be visible to the pubic...
Sounds cool , but I have a leo moon of course I want it to be seen haaha
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FireMoon Knowflake Posts: 278 From: Minnesota Registered: Mar 2012
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posted July 01, 2012 07:54 AM
quote: Originally posted by Saraintheski: [QUOTE]Originally posted by FireMoon: [b]First of all I think the design is beautiful and don't think it's disrespectful at all if you know the meaning behind it and it's significant for you.... Also, I know someone who has a tatoo that's only visible in the dark... Don't laugh this is a real thing, there's special ink that will be completely invisible in the light but are completelty vissible in black light or that glow in the dark. I don't know much about it but though it might be a cool alternative for someone who wants a tatoo but doesn't want it to be visible to the pubic...
Sounds cool , but I have a leo moon of course I want it to be seen haaha[/B][/QUOTE]Haha go for it then! I think it looks great! IP: Logged |
Ami Anne Moderator Posts: 33944 From: Pluto/house next to NickiG Registered: Sep 2010
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posted July 01, 2012 08:24 AM
Beautiful designs! ------------------ Passion, Lust, Desire. Check out my journal http://www.mychristianpsychic.com/
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Saraintheski Knowflake Posts: 610 From: Registered: May 2011
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posted July 01, 2012 06:45 PM
Thanks Ami the first one is really beautiful now i'm contemplating placement and cost?IP: Logged |
charmainec Moderator Posts: 4841 From: Venus next to Randall Registered: Apr 2009
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posted July 02, 2012 05:26 AM
The first one is pretty.------------------ quote: Remember, love can conquer the influences of the planets....It can even eliminate karma.
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David Bowie Eyes Knowflake Posts: 109 From: Registered: Jun 2012
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posted July 02, 2012 08:01 AM
quote: Originally posted by FireMoon: First of all I think the design is beautiful and don't think it's disrespectful at all if you know the meaning behind it and it's significant for you.... Also, I know someone who has a tatoo that's only visible in the dark... Don't laugh this is a real thing, there's special ink that will be completely invisible in the light but are completelty vissible in black light or that glow in the dark. I don't know much about it but though it might be a cool alternative for someone who wants a tatoo but doesn't want it to be visible to the pubic...
I think where the OP wants the ink will not be visble to ....the....."pubic" including her own..lmao Steve
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sunnigrl83 Knowflake Posts: 41 From: texas Registered: Jun 2012
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posted July 02, 2012 12:56 PM
nice tattoo. I personally love tattoos. I think they are a beautiful and creative way to express yourself. My only concern is how big will your tattoo be? The pain doesn't bother me personally. I find it pretty relaxing myself. The chest area seems to be pretty bony,though. Might be painful. Have you thought about your back? The back area is a great place to get tattoo work done. Good luck on your tattoo.IP: Logged |
David Bowie Eyes Knowflake Posts: 109 From: Registered: Jun 2012
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posted July 02, 2012 02:37 PM
Whomever brought up the glow in the dark option has my vote as the best compromise between reducing possible "buyer's remorse" up the road and "publicity" concerns now. The colors of the upper of the two examples at the top of this thread would naturally lend themselves to the neon glow theme.S IP: Logged |