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Proceed with Caution When Getting a Chinese Tattoo

The oriental culture is steeped in history which lends a certain mystique in how many people, especially the Western civilization, views it. That is likely why when someone is looking to permanently ink their body, they choose a Chinese tattoo. For the most part these tattoos are represented by either special symbols or even signs of the Chinese Zodiac.

Be Careful with your Body Ink

Many people see the characters in the Chinese language as a thing of complex beauty, admiring the fine lines and detailing. However, therein lays the danger when you seek out a tattoo artist to ink your Chinese tattoo. Unless you luck out and get a tattoo artist who understands the complexities of the Chinese language and the fact that one symbol or character could mean several different things, you may not end up with what you thought you were getting.

There are many horror stories of people getting their bodies permanently inked with what they thought was touching symbolism but really ended up improper symbols or something with a totally different (and sometimes embarrassing) meaning. A Chinese tattoo must be thoroughly researched so that you know the Chinese characters you are selecting are drawn properly and mean what they are supposed to.

Of course, you can avoid the possibility of having your skin inadvertently defaced by choosing a picture for your Chinese tattoo that is representative of the culture. For example, dragons figure prominently in the Chinese culture and are often a symbol of good luck and prosperity. They are also representative of the four elements � fire, wind, rain and earth � and even strength and power. Lotus flowers, bonsai trees, sunrises, warriors and even geishas can be inked onto your body as a Chinese tattoo.

Choosing your Look

As mentioned above, choosing any symbols for your tattoo can be a tricky situation so be sure that you research the symbols and meanings you want first. Your library and even the internet should have accurate representations which you can copy or print to take to your tattoo artist. Do not automatically assume that the Chinese tattoo examples in the tattoo establishment are correct!

Next, you should choose your ink colors for your Chinese tattoo although it should be fairly easy if you choose a symbol as it is almost always black ink. However, if you get a dragon or even a geisha, chances are that you will want some vibrant color that will make it pop out and be noticeable. As long as you practice your due diligence in advance, you will get a tattoo that will be admired for its true meaning.

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By Rochelle	2008-07-02 10:22:15
For all of you who have any medical, emotional or physical problems need to face the music. ONLY YOU CAN HEAL YOUR BODY!!!! You need to research holistic approaches and stick with them. You learn things from your parents and family that are not healthy. Take charge and eliminate all the soda, icecream, chips and replace with LIVE FOOD. Vegetables, nuts, omega 3 and berries. I was once depressed and had chronic fatigue along with a host of other problems. It was only when I decided to go against my doctors and go holistic. I am depressed and chronic fatigue free. For those of you who are ill and think there is no cure, read the Water cure and and seasalt remedy.
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By xoxo	2008-01-28 15:38:53
For the one's that are claiming you are FAT... and the one's that are complaining about junk food & etc... Hear this... I was diagnosed with hypoglycemia, when, I was 15. I am now 41. Now, I am a full blown diabetic. I recently was bed bound for 9 months. I am now breaking down little by little. On top of that, since I did not take care of my hypoglycemic, I was diagnosed with schlerosis of the liver due to overweight and the diabetes taking over. Can anyone top that? You are right, you keep eating sweets, junk food and all the greasy foods. You will end up having cardio problems. This is one my other diagnosis. So, please take care of yourselves so, you won't have to leave your children and family one day. You can consider, my days are counted. FYI: When, my doctor told me... I cried for a week that my eyes looked like frog eyes. With prayers, my tears have been minimal. As I am telling you this, I am crying because it is so hard for me to know that I won't see my children grow up. YES, being active and staying away from pop and etc. it is a start. Oh, I was placed on a fat free diet and I lost 17 1/2 pounds in three weeks; perhaps my liver diagnosis will be reversed. Goodluck...
By james	2008-01-28 08:04:28
i am 30 stone i am sooo FAT i cnt move my mum does everything for mee !! i am on the red and greens diet but it shit I NEED HELP I AM SOO FAT IT IS UNBELIEVABLE !!!!
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By Lwandle	2008-01-27 08:12:01
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By B RAT	2008-01-26 23:39:51
this is true i have an addiction to sugar and i know it. I eat candy, ice cream, fries, etc everyday and I just found out I am hypoglemic and am waiting for the results of the diabetes test. JUNK FOOD IS REALLY BAD FOR YOU TRUST ME i am only 15 and now have to deal with it for the rest of my life. I am active and everything I mean I am in the right weight range but my body fat is a lot higher than it should be. I need help
By pb and j	2008-01-25 11:44:57
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By hank	2008-01-25 11:15:07
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By jake	2008-01-24 18:54:51
What the hell are you talking about?
By Juliana	2008-01-23 15:46:20
u put crap on ding dongs i can't find the songs i need to play for school i mean really will u put on zum gali gali for the violin in trble cleff if u are a real musician
By becky	2008-01-23 12:18:21
My Mother-in-law and I went on this fast for 3 1/2 days. I was leaving to come home, but I believe I could have done it a lot longer., the first two days were a little hard. Warming the water on the stove helped a LOT! I could tell my body was starting to cleanse. She is very knowledgeable, is 83, and in VERY good shape for her age! Anything you can do naturally to help your body is not crap - Sodas, Whoppers, and Greasy French Fries are Crap.
By Diana	2008-01-23 07:38:41
WELL, JUST TO LET YOU KNOW I LOST 29 LBS IN JUST 5 MONTHS. IF IT WAS NOT FOR THE ATKINS DIET I WOULD STILL BE FAT!!! I WAS 170 NOW IM 139. I THINK IF YOU WANT TO DO SOMETHING BAD ENOUGH YOU CAN DO IT!!!
By lala	2008-01-23 05:38:37
this is crap

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