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writes:Hello aunts and uncles My national exams are ending soon and I wanted to get a tattoo to remember the long journey I've been through throughout the course of my studies before I enter university. I've always liked tattoos and I guess it's a good way to end off my national exams. I'm aware of the social stigma attached to tattoos (esp in Asia, where I live) and I've decided to get a small one on my back so it's covered up and the only time the public will ever see it is when I go tanning (which I hardly do anyway). I'm also aware of the risks involved like infected needles etc. But I've found a store that's professional and clean. The problem is with my parents. I've tested the waters before and they are against me getting a tattoo because of : me being mistaken as a gangster and health risks. But I really want a tattoo and I don't want to do it secretly behind their backs. I rather be open about it. How should I go about telling them without them blown their top? (They're very strict about such things.)
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reader, mammaboo  +, writes (25 November 2011):
 You donot have to ask their permission its your body so long as you know what you are doin inks are for life and should reflect you and your life enjoy! You are old enough to make your own decisions had you been under 18 i would have said no way!
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reader, anonymous, writes (25 November 2011): Tell them you want one. Doesn't mean you are getting one ASAP. In all respect; if you are living at home still, still have to do so by their rules.
So want one, plan for one, get one the minute you move out of the home and you are on your own.
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reader, anonymous, writes (25 November 2011): How should you tell your parents you want a tattoo without them getting mad?
How should I tell my kids Grandma just died without making them cry?
How should I tell my wife I want a divorce without making her go ballistic?
Three questions, one answer: Impossible.
You have two choices:
A) Make your parents mad now (when you're expecting it) by going against their wishes
B) Make them even madder later (when they catch you off guard) by going behind their backs.
You can't change your parents' minds (or anyone else's) and you can't control their reactions to unwanted news. You CAN control when and how they find out, but only if you tell them now.
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reader, Jessi4j  +, writes (25 November 2011):
Be honest and open with them an try to make them see the sentimental side of it all! Hope i helped x
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