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but in reality it just comes across as pseudo-philosophical nonsense and makes them look even stupider.
Those types of tats can be viewed as a bit trite and some of those people who get those types of tattoos may be viewed as shallow (not that they are but perception wise), not really the response perhaps they were looking for. That's my take on it at least.

I usually visit Ugliest Tattoos and that keeps me grounded, and kills off any temptation of picking something that I might regret later. :D
 
I cringe at tacky tattoos and this would probably be as worst as it can get. Let the dude rest in peace.

He was a great salesman and a corporate dictator. Don't get me wrong, I like what he did, but I wouldn't think of inking him on me. Maybe that's just me.
 
Each to their own.
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I wonder if this person still thinks it is a relevant tattoo?
Certinly a conversation starter!

That certainly can be a timeless tattoo and something that I think can age well. On the other hand, this doesn't imo
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If you want this quote as an inspiration to yourself, you should have it placed high on your chest, in mirrored image so that you can read it every time you look in the mirror. If you think it will inspire others who see it, you're going to spend a lot of time showing it to strangers who can't see the whole thing.

I say this as someone with ink. A full chest of ink, that only I can see. It covers my mastectomy scares and allows me to look in the mirror without crying.

Tattoos are art. Slogans are not. I will happily make you a vinyl decal of that quote to put on your car or your Mac.
 
Seems like now we'll get some wacky quotes for tatoo's:

"If I don't believe it, it's not right"


Tatoo's seem ok,, but its not for me . FYI. don't use that quote :) it's mine.

Just as long as its not some biker with as many tatoo's as u can get,,,, not a problem
 
Just remember any tattoo you get today will have a different saying in 30 years when things sag and wrinkle.


this can be the downside to wordy tats.

But if an idea...I'd opt for a short phrase. Long ones can be tacky. In that its hard to make a good themed tat from them imo anyway. Maybe its my military time but the only real wordy tats that made sense where what we called meat tags. Your dog tag info inked on your say ribs. can look decent. But also has the side (and morbid) reason in a worst case it could be how your team may identify your body when things go really bad.

Besides that tacky rules can be to taste. Like location. Highly visible or not visible one of them. My tats are like on biceps, ankle. Short or socks can cover up. While I can appreciate really good say forearm ink...not all can. And well...I have seen some crap work done in these areas. this hard to recover from...usually more ink to cover/conceal the usual way. Adds cost. And well...there you are on your way potentially to some kind of sleeve action, whether you wanted it or not lol.

And while not asked...avoid asian language tattoos unless you really know the language. My only real tacky rule besides the well known don't get your other half's name done....most likely you will separate at some point the taboo there. Kids names....they will always be your kids, have at it there

Unless you are in asia, you know the artist can read/write the language and you have a verified known good translator of the say Japanese Kanji just don't do it. Funny story. Walking down he hallway with my half japanese friend in the barracks long ago when I served. Sees a guy walk by and he being friendly says hey whats up tiger to a complete stranger. Stranger goes "why did you call me tiger?".

Its what your tat says.

No...its says dragon he goes.

My friends goes um...no it says tiger. I can show a dictionary if you'd like dude...you got got bro.

And for those who don't know much about Japanese....foreign words are written in katakana only. If a tattoo parlor is offering to do your name in kanji or hiragana...and you aren't japanese...run away. they are about to do something very bad and stupid...and you have it for life lol.
 
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I admire your choice of Steve Jobs quotes.

I don't care for tattoos on anyone, I'm afraid. I find them deeply unattractive on both men and women. Contrary to what you might think, that a tattoo is a mark of individuality, it is actually a sub-summation of your individuality, and a sign that you belong to a pack of people who have tattoos. You may be fine with that, but it will permanently create a sense of alienation with those who don't. I have met lots of pleasant people with tattoos, but it is impossible to get past the mark to find the person.

Sounds like you have deep seated issues, not them... therapy might help :)
 
I admire your choice of Steve Jobs quotes.

I don't care for tattoos on anyone, I'm afraid. I find them deeply unattractive on both men and women. Contrary to what you might think, that a tattoo is a mark of individuality, it is actually a sub-summation of your individuality, and a sign that you belong to a pack of people who have tattoos. You may be fine with that, but it will permanently create a sense of alienation with those who don't. I have met lots of pleasant people with tattoos, but it is impossible to get past the mark to find the person.
THATS DEEP...
 
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I have met lots of pleasant people with tattoos, but it is impossible to get past the mark to find the person.
I have no such issues, in fact I can get along with tattooed people just as easily as non-tattooed people. In fact I find that people act the same (for better or worse) regardless of the ink on their skin. I feel its your loss that you cannot get past someone else's decision on how to care for their body.
 
I have no such issues, in fact I can get along with tattooed people just as easily as non-tattooed people. In fact I find that people act the same (for better or worse) regardless of the ink on their skin. I feel its your loss that you cannot get past someone else's decision on how to care for their body.

I would struggle to not be distracted by this tattoo.

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I would struggle to not be distracted by this tattoo.
But by the same token, that man can be one of the most caring and gentle men there is. Why judge him because of his outward appearance? Isn't what is on the insides more important then what may be on the outside?
 
But by the same token, that man can be one of the most caring and gentle men there is. Why judge him because of his outward appearance? Isn't what is on the insides more important then what may be on the outside?

This argument is best for things out of people's control skin color, handicap, disease etc. but it gets grey for things that people are in control of hygiene, appearance, actions etc.
 
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But by the same token, that man can be one of the most caring and gentle men there is. Why judge him because of his outward appearance? Isn't what is on the insides more important then what may be on the outside?

How we look to the world is always making a statement. Some of it we can control, some of it we can't.

If you get a tattoo that is readily visible, you are making a statement to people, and should expect to be judged for that statement.
 
How we look to the world is always making a statement. Some of it we can control, some of it we can't.

If you get a tattoo that is readily visible, you are making a statement to people, and should expect to be judged for that statement.
this is an interesting argument, one that i personally don't do (like i don't judge people if i see visible tatoos unless its like that one guy who you posted which was gross), but you definitely have to expect random people you see will judge you since thats human nature.

i have longish sideburns and i expect some people to judge me for it, but personally i don't care about it. definitely something to consider though. also sideburns can be easily removed if necessary, tatoos not so much
 
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It's not that I'm afraid of people liking it or not, I couldn't care less about that. But Steve was loved by many and hated by others. I mean I don't think it would be like getting a Hitler quote tattooed on me or something, but... I don't know. A good friend of mine has a Carl Sagan quote on her forearm and it's beautiful. I would like to put mine maybe on my upper arm or shoulder blade.

Some of the quotes I'm considering are the usual suspects: "Stay hungry, stay foolish", "The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do", and quite possibly my favorite, "Don't let the noise of others' opinions drown out your own inner voice."

Any opinions, questions or stories of your own tattoos or those of people you know are more than welcome; nothing is off limits.
Go for it...but do it in Sanskrit.
 
this is an interesting argument, one that i personally don't do (like i don't judge people if i see visible tatoos unless its like that one guy who you posted which was gross), but you definitely have to expect random people you see will judge you since thats human nature.

i have longish sideburns and i expect some people to judge me for it, but personally i don't care about it. definitely something to consider though. also sideburns can be easily removed if necessary, tatoos not so much
What judgement could people make about sideburns?
 
What judgement could people make about sideburns?
Oh you know, "it's not professional" or "who do you think you are? Elvis?" or "girls will think it looks bad" or "you look messy and unkempt"

The fact is I like experimenting with my facial hair so I try different looks. The only thing I don't like is facial hair on my chin and neck.
 
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