Cahner Cihak

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

*La petite mort* – "the little death" – sparked something in me. The French meaning, that post-orgasmic lull, a sweet ego death. It wasn't morbid, but a fleeting transcendence. Moments of intense connection, creation, or quiet presence mirrored this. A temporary self-cessation, a release from striving. In its wake, a profound peace bloomed. Not an ending, but a vital pause, a gentle surrender allowing a fuller, more present life.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

"Remember her laughter? That sharp line, a joyful rebellion. Feel the sting of loss here, a faded blue. This swirling color? Pure, reckless love. The intricate knot? Strength, woven through pain. Each mark a breath held, a journey lived. We are her map, etched in skin, whispering tales of who she dared to be. We are her echoes, forever present."

What would you do with the $25,000?

$25k. First, feed my friends – good meals, no worries. Then, finally, travel! See the world, breathe different air. And with what's left? Find a real way to contribute, make a tangible difference. Not just survive, but *matter*. This money isn't just cash; it's a chance to truly live and give back. It's freedom.