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Originally Posted by *Anya*
First of all, I judge no one. I strongly believe in to each his/her own.
I totally understand that there is a world of difference between cutting and aesthetic cutting.
As an RN that has worked in behavioral health most of my adult life and has dealt with non-aesthetic cutters, it just gives me such a visceral reaction that I am not able to appreciate the aesthetics of the art.
I so appreciate the thoughtfulness of Laney  in posting in your gallery, not in the thread.
Love you my sisters! |
I don't mind seeing cuts, but having a (distant) past relationship with the blade, I couldn't ever venture into that form of self-expression. I am always scared of doing anything to trigger any feelings I had in those years, physically or emotionally.
Laney is right in that tattooing and cutting feel very different. Tattooing doesn't hurt much as long as it's over
muscle, not bone or fat, and it doesn't hurt at all afterward. Whereas, from what I remember, cutting doesn't really hurt while you do it, but there is quite a sting once the air hits it. Different strokes for different folks, I guess.
People all deal with their emotions, their pain, and their art is different ways. What makes body mods interesting is not the finished results, but the stories behind each one. Mine are like a note to self - you're stronger than you think, never forget you're blessed, things like that. For others, there is a memory, a person, a place they never want to forget.
OK, now I gotta get my arm piece finished. LOL