My Take on the Sword Tattoo Thing
So, people ask about tattoos sometimes, and the sword one on my forearm comes up quite a bit. What’s it mean? Well, lemme tell ya how I ended up with it and what it means, at least to me.
It wasn’t some random choice, you know. I’d been kicking the idea around for a while. Went through a rough patch, felt like I needed something permanent, a reminder. Not of the bad times, exactly, but of getting through them. A sword just felt… right. Sharp, decisive.
Finding the Right Design
I spent a good few evenings sketching, looking at different styles. Didn’t want anything too crazy or ornate. No dragons wrapped around it, no fancy jewels in the handle. Just a simple, strong-looking blade. Found an artist whose work I liked, straightforward lines, good shading. We talked it over, figured out the placement on my forearm. Wanted it where I could see it easily.
Getting it Done
The actual process? Yeah, it stung. Anyone who says tattoos don’t hurt is lying or tougher than me. But it was bearable. Mostly I just sat there, thinking about why I was doing it. Felt kinda like marking a turning point.
So, What’s the Meaning Behind It?
Okay, here’s the real deal. For me, that sword isn’t just about fighting or being aggressive. It’s more about a few key things I learned the hard way:
- Cutting Ties: There was a time I had to make some hard cuts. Toxic situations, people dragging me down. The sword represents that ability to sever what’s harmful, even if it’s difficult. It’s about protecting my own peace.
- Inner Strength: It’s a reminder to stand tall. Life throws curveballs, tries to knock you down. Seeing that sword reminds me I’ve got the strength to face things head-on. Not necessarily to fight everyone, but to have the resolve, the backbone, to deal with stuff.
- Defense, Not Offense: It’s also about protection. Protecting my own boundaries, my family, the things I care about. It faces downwards on my arm, kinda like it’s at rest but ready if needed. More about defense than looking for a fight.
- Clarity and Decision: Swords are precise. They cut clean. For me, it symbolises trying to be clear in my decisions, cutting through confusion or indecision. Making a choice and sticking with it.
End of the Day…
It’s just ink on skin, yeah. But the process of choosing it, getting it, and what it represents in my own head… that makes it meaningful. It’s a personal symbol of getting through some stuff and the strength needed to keep going. It’s not about looking tough for others; it’s a conversation I have with myself when I look at it. Simple as that.
