A young kid exploring the use of a tattoo gun a way to hide the pain from the outside world
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My tattoos were inspired by escaping the pain of the outside world, becoming more than just ink but a form of release, a silent scream turned into art. In those moments of receiving tattoos symbolized me reclaiming control over my body and emotions, turning invisible pain into something visible and personal. It might not have fixed everything, but it gave my struggle a place to live outside of me.
If your ink could speak, what would it say?If my tattoos could speak, they might say “I am your armor and your truth. I hold the stories you couldn’t say out loud, the battles you’ve survived, and the healing you’re still learning to embrace. I remind you that you’re still here, still standing, and still creating beauty from pain.” Each one might have its own voice some louder, some softer but together, they’d speak of resilience, transformation, and the power of self-expression.
What would you do with the $25,000?I’m in debt it would be a new start of not living paycheck to paycheck.
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