Porc Therapy 138: Tattoos and Body Modifications

Stephanie and Mike talk about whatever issues or questions you have. In this episode:

[Topic]
Hi Porc Therapy!

I’ve heard some people that I respect say things like “all tattoos and piercings are a manifestation of childhood trauma.” I had never thought about it that way the first time I heard it but I guess it makes sense. Why would someone stick a needle in their flesh repeatedly and purposely create a scar unless they were hurt and wanted to show that to the world? I kind of wanted to hear your take on this, though. What do you think? Are all tattoos and piercings just childhood trauma literally worn on someone’s sleeve?

[Stuff we talk about]
• Pete Eyre’s tattoo blog “Liberty Is My Homie:” http://peteeyre.wordpress.com/tattoos/
• Ama-gi: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ama-gi

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