Probably one of the worst experiences of my life - and if I ever get over it, I want to get a tattoo to remind myself that it is in the past. I don't wan't to forget it, it's a huge part of who I am today. I also want to get it somewhere that is hidden because it is not for other people to see, besides my husband, because I am doing this for myself - not as a decoration.
So I need two suggestions - What I should get and where. I don't mind words, but I don't want like an entire verse running down my arm.
2007-10-26 05:08:01 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
I am so sorry you went through such a horrible thing. You sound like a strong girl!
Have you thought about getting a lotus and water? I read somewhere that lotus's are special because they come out of muddy murky water to become beautiful flowers. It would symbolize that you overcame the horrible act and now are a strong and beautiful woman. Good luck with everything.
2007-10-26 07:18:18 · answer #1 · answered by Sour Girl 5 · 6⤊ 0⤋
I think the only one who can answer that question is you. Sit down somewhere, relax for a little while, and let your thoughts just drift peacefully. Then close your eyes, and ask yourself what best represents being a survivor to you. It might be a word, an animal, or a symbol that pops into your mind.
That will be what your subconscious mind has chosen to represent surviving and healing. God bless you, sweetie -- you're a strong person, and you have every right to a tattoo that reminds you of your own inner healing and light.
2007-10-26 13:04:46 · answer #2 · answered by Wolfeblayde 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Well, what image comes to your mind when you think of what happened and how you overcame it? If you're going to get a tattoo, get something that has real meaning for you. If you only have a vague idea, you can work with a tattoo artist to come up with the right design for your situation. These artist are good about creating designs and reworking them until you're satisfied.
As for where to put it, another question comes to mind. Do you want the world to know about your accomplishment? Or is this something personal to you that you want to keep to yourself? That will determine whether you put it in a place that's covered up at least most of the time, or a place that could be more visible. Usually the design is meant for only one place. It just fits, if you understand what I mean.
I'm sorry if I haven't really been helpful. I'm just tired of people who choose the flash on the wall or go with what people tell them to get, just because they want to get a tattoo and be trendy. This will be with you for live, or at least until you get it removed. And removal is more painful than the original tattoo. I'm definitely an advocate for tattoos with meaning that's personal to the individual only.
2007-10-26 06:45:01 · answer #3 · answered by Erin 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
I'd suggest the female power radfem symbol; a fist inside the female symbol (the one that has a circle with a plus at the bottom), if what you feel is powerful for overcoming the pain and terror. If you don't feel comfortable with a female symbol of power, perhaps something like a tiger. Or maybe the chinese character for strength.
If you feel saved or protected in some way, maybe an angel.
If I were to have a tattoo, I'd either put it on my hipbone or on the back of one of my shoulders.
You will get over it; you have already started the process of incorporating it into your memory in a way that works for you.
2007-10-26 05:17:57 · answer #4 · answered by Jodie G 5 · 3⤊ 3⤋
First of all, I'm so sorry you experienced rape. No one ever should have to. I think it's great that you are going to celebrate getting past it.
Ideas; maybe a symbol for empowerment, or courage.
maybe something like a dove breaking free from chains, or breaking out of a dark place.
In terms of where, the only place no one but your husband is likely to see it is hidden under your underwear or bra.
I wish you the best of luck with the tattoo and with leaving the painful memories in the past.
2007-10-26 05:20:26 · answer #5 · answered by Lucky 3 · 7⤊ 1⤋
You have some really good suggestions already.
I just wanted to congratulate you on your survival and for deciding to get a tattoo in memory of it.
My tattoos represent not only the good, but the bad that has happened to me in my life and I look at them as constant reminders that I too have survived!
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2014-09-22 21:45:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was thinking of a phoenix rising from the ashes done in great detail. Maybe on your upper back or on one of your hips. It can represent you overcoming that part of your life and starting over a fresh new life!! Good luck on making your decision!!
2007-10-26 06:23:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
When I read your question I went to a online thesauraus and typed in the word "overcome" because you have overcame that obstacle in your life and has made you a better person. It gave me words like victory and stuff. Then I thought naaaaa.....Why don't you get the word Strength......and put it somewhere where the rapist touched you, so that way when you look down at that part you will see the word strength and feel power over that person.
2007-10-26 05:19:23 · answer #9 · answered by L. ♥. V. E. 2 · 7⤊ 2⤋
I think of getting over something as being a way to mark a new beginning or a new chapter in my life. So I would have to say to go with a cherry blossom or other flower you like in a bunch at various stages to when it opens up fully so maybe a collage of buds & open flowers together.
if youre not a flowery kinda person I would say anything that makes you think fresh & new. you could look up the japanese symbols for strength & new & see if they look cool. Remember it does take strength to overcome something that life impacting.
maybe a butterfly just opening his wings for the first time.
maybe a black rose in the back w/ a red rose in front to show that that horrible day is dead & the red rose will symbolize the new day indicating you have put that bad behind you. maybe have a ribbon along the bottom that says strength.
I could go on & on all my tatoos symbolize something to me. I think its dumb to get them if they dont mean something to you
2007-10-26 05:20:12 · answer #10 · answered by lippy178 1 · 5⤊ 4⤋