i really like tats and want to get a sleeve done up, and i no it is my disicion to get it. the thing is my parents, mainly my mum, are not fans of tattoos and everytime i talk to them about it they get all high and mighty and almost lecture me about this. i will talk to them after i finish my exams and book a consultation, im just wondering what might be the best way to approach the situation. should be all like "hey im getting a sleeve and there aint cant stop me" or more " i thought really hard about this and i have decided im gettimg a sleeve done". any advice would be awsome
talking to parents about getting more tattoos
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It depends. Will they kick you out if you get one? Ask her what the repercussions would be if you did get one.
She may disapprove but accept it. If so, then I'd say go for it as it is your body at the end of the day.
Also sleeve tattoos cost a fuck ton of money. We're talking hundreds. I'm not sure how a student can afford that but good luck anyway.
She may disapprove but accept it. If so, then I'd say go for it as it is your body at the end of the day.
You should think about asking if you're allowed to get one first. Especially if you are under 18, you need parental permission. I don't know if your mum operates under a 'my house, my rules' sort of handbook, but make sure it's cool with them first otherwise you'll have to wait until you move out.
Also sleeve tattoos cost a fuck ton of money. We're talking hundreds. I'm not sure how a student can afford that but good luck anyway.
its not so much that they will get angry at me, they realise i am old enough to make my discesions, i am 19, its more they will give me the is this what you really want, imagine life in 20 years talk. they gave it to me when i got my first tat.
and as for the financial side of things, i got that covered. didnt work my arse off for nothing.
and as for the financial side of things, i got that covered. didnt work my arse off for nothing.
The only reason your parents words should affect you is if, on some level, you believe what they're saying. If you truly do not believe/don't care what they are saying, you should have no problem sitting through a ten minute lecture in order to get more tattoos.shaggybear said:
Remember, most parents are always going to disagree with about ninety percent of what their children do. Honestly, if you have the money for it and you know your parents aren't going to kick you out, you don't really need to ask for their permission. It is your body, and you have every right to do with it as you wish. You aren't hurting anyone else by getting a tattoo.
My parents disapprove of tattoos, that never stopped me or my siblings from getting them anyway.
It speaks volumes about you that you're actually taking their opinions into consideration, instead of just running off without first bringing it up.
When in doubt, it's better to go the civil route and politely inform them
"I thought really hard about this and I have decided im gettimg a sleeve done"
That way even if they object, and they probably will, at least you told them you were doing it.
It speaks volumes about you that you're actually taking their opinions into consideration, instead of just running off without first bringing it up.
When in doubt, it's better to go the civil route and politely inform them
"I thought really hard about this and I have decided im gettimg a sleeve done"
That way even if they object, and they probably will, at least you told them you were doing it.
Wait until you have your own place, if you already have your own place then good for you.
However I don't think that you should get a tattoo because it can really set you back when it comes to jobs and stuff. Plus you can buy fake tattoo sleeves for nights out.
Getting a sleeve will be expensive too. After the initial work, there will be maintenance as well.
You have your whole life to make a statement. Do it with you mind first, body later.
However I don't think that you should get a tattoo because it can really set you back when it comes to jobs and stuff. Plus you can buy fake tattoo sleeves for nights out.
Getting a sleeve will be expensive too. After the initial work, there will be maintenance as well.
You have your whole life to make a statement. Do it with you mind first, body later.