So, you feel like doing something drastic with little to no planning. You want to make a big change, but how do you know if you’re getting the body modification that’s right for you, and for the right reasons? Take this quiz to determine if what you really need is a nose piercing, a tattoo, or a heartfelt apology from the person who hurt you.
Do you have any current body modifications?
- Yes! I have a ton of piercings, and every time I get one, it injects so much joy into my life. I love altering my appearance and learning to have fun with this one, beautiful body I have.
- I have a series of patchwork tattoos that I’ve been trying to round out for years!
- No, none. You see, my father hated tattoos. And piercings. And any form of self-expression, really. Couldn’t stand the stuff. It’s something I’ve been working through in adulthood, or at least trying to. I just wish he knew how much that restrictive environment affected me. Anyway…tattoo time!
How would you describe your current mood?
- Good! Excited. Fine. Why?
- I feel great! I’ve decided to get a tattoo and am thrilled at the thought of going through with it.
- Wistful. Forlorn. Reflective. I’m doing a lot of thinking about my past. But not to worry: this tattoo or piercing is going to turn everything around. It has to.
What inspired you to get this specific body modification?
- I saw a girl with a septum piercing walking down the street and thought she looked so confident and self-assured. I want that for myself!
- I wanted it to represent my closest friendships, so I had each of my friends draw a flower and am going to get their depictions tattooed near my elbow. Love those guys!
- My dad called 30 minutes ago.
If you could get a piercing, tattoo, or heartfelt apology from the one who hurt you most for free right now, which would you choose?
- Piercing for sure! Wait, sorry, what was the third option?
- Tattoo of course! I mean, I’m already planning to get one, and it would be awesome to get it for free.
- Oh my god! The apology! Is he here? He’s behind that curtain? Bring him out! Bring him out! Oh, wait, is this a hypothetical? Um, free tattoo for sure. I was kidding just then.
RESULTS:
Mostly 1s: You need this nose piercing! It sounds like you’re doing it for all the right reasons and are likely to enjoy the result in the long-term. Go for it!
Mostly 2s: You need a tattoo, but you already knew that! We’re not worried about you at all – go get the ink you deserve.
Mostly 3s: Hey there, sport. We know it can be tempting to channel feelings of hurt and anger into altering your appearance, but it isn’t going to fill the hole. You need an apology, kid. We would call your dad ourselves, but honestly, he seems kind of scary. Best of luck!
